Ethan Pocic medically cleared after suffering torn Achilles in December
Former Browns center Ethan Pocic is back in the free-agent market after receiving medical clearance for a torn Achilles.
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Ethan Pocic has been medically cleared following a torn Achilles injury sustained in December. The former Cleveland Browns center is now available as a free agent.
Coverage from NBC Sports and ProFootballRumors.com confirms the clearance. Other reports, including those from Yahoo Sports, identify the New York Giants as one of the three best potential landing spots for the player.
Watch for potential moves by the Washington Commanders, who Riggo's Rag suggests may see this as an escape from offseason risk, and the Minnesota Vikings, according to Vikings Territory.
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Quick answers
When did Ethan Pocic suffer his injury?
He suffered a torn Achilles in December.
Which team did Pocic previously play for?
He is a former player for the Cleveland Browns.
Which teams are mentioned as potential destinations?
The New York Giants, Washington Commanders, and Minnesota Vikings are mentioned in the coverage.
Coverage (6)
- Ethan Pocic's injury update just changed the conversation for the Browns Yahoo Sports · 7h ago
- Former Browns C Ethan Pocic Cleared From Achilles Injury NFL Rumors - ProFootballRumors.com · 7h ago
- Commanders just gained a compelling escape route from major offseason risk Riggo's Rag · 7h ago
- Free Agent Option for Vikings Receives Major Injury Clearance Vikings Territory · 7h ago
- Giants among 3 best landing spots for ex-Browns center Ethan Pocic Yahoo Sports · 7h ago
- Ethan Pocic medically cleared after suffering torn Achilles in December NBC Sports · 7h ago
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