What happened: Denzel Ward broke down what makes his toughest receiver matchup difficult once the ball is in the receiver's hands. The Cleveland cornerback discussed the assignment in a full interview with Jac Collinsworth.

Why it matters: Cleveland continues to deploy Ward against opposing No. 1 receivers to limit explosive plays. Ward said last month he would shadow top receivers, a role that shapes weekly coverage plans during the 2026 regular season.

What to watch: Ward's next matchup against a No. 1 receiver will show how Cleveland deploys him.