The Facts: The Cleveland Browns will start a mandatory three-day minicamp next week without one of their starting wide receivers. HC Freddie Kitchens told reporters Thursday that Landry is dealing with an unspecified injury and unlikely to practice on June 4-6.
Diehards Line:
Kitchens categorized the decision to potentially hold out Landry as "precautionary. ..." The Browns' decision to err on the side of caution with Landry's ailment makes sense. By not practicing next week, Landry will have more time to recover when considering the break between minicamp and the start of training camp, which is typically in late July. Having a fully healthy Landry on the field alongside wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. should remain the long-term goal instead of risking further injury during unpadded practices.