Denzel Ward praises Jared Verse as vocal Browns leader

Posted 58 tackles and 7.5 sacks in 2025

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 53m1 min read

"Myles is a heck of a player...but I think Jared he's more vocal...more of a vocal player, vocal leader." - @denzelward Via @PFF on X

What happened: Ward contrasted Verse's vocal leadership style with Myles in comments to Jac Collinsworth. Verse arrived in Cleveland after two seasons with Los Angeles, drafted 19th overall in 2024.

Why it matters: Cleveland holds the AFC North lead after a 27-24 win over Pittsburgh. Verse has inherited the lead edge role after the Garrett move, raising the stakes on his locker-room presence.

By the numbers: Verse in 2025 with Rams: 17 games, 58 tackles, 7.5 sacks. Browns enter Week 5 atop AFC North after 27-24 win over Steelers.

What to watch: Cleveland's pass rush faces its next test in Week 5 with the division lead at stake.

Sources

@PFF 2026-10-06T19:01:14.680045+00:00

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