Top 4 Cleveland Browns who could be cap casualties in 2023

3. Jakeem Grant, Returner/Wide Receiver

Cap Hit: $3.56 million

Pre-June 1: $2.2 Million Savings, $1.33 million Dead Money

Post-June 1: $2.9 million Savings, $666,666 Dead Money

It would be tough to lose Jakeem Grant before he ever plays in a game for the Browns, but with the way his contract is constructed, the front office could save a lot of money by moving on. Grant was added to bring some credibility to their return game and he’s been one of the best in the business in that department.

In six seasons in the league, he has 1,228 yards and four touchdowns on punt returns. He’s also amassed 2,699 yards and two touchdowns on kick returns. Cleveland has been desperate for someone who can make an impact on their special teams but if they don’t have any other way to lower the cap, or if they’re not sold he can return to form from his Achilles injury, Grant could be a casualty.

Of course, there was some belief he could be used more at wide receiver this season than he has in his career — and with the depth concerns Cleveland has there, it would have been very welcome. Having said all that, he’s going to be 30 years old in October and could clear between $2.2 million to $2.9 million depending on when he’s designated for release.