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Browns Provide Update on Maliek Collins After Months-Long Absence

Browns Provide Update on Maliek Collins After Months-Long Absence

Summary

Maliek Collins, a defensive tackle for the Cleveland Browns, missed much of the 2025 season due to a quad injury that required surgery. After recovering, he has now been activated and can practice with the team as they prepare for the 2026 season.

Key Facts

  • Collins suffered a quad injury in Week 13 of the 2025 NFL season.
  • The injury caused him to miss the last five games of that season.
  • He signed a two-year, $20 million contract with the Browns in March 2025.
  • Before the injury, Collins had strong stats including 6.5 sacks and was on track for his first Pro Bowl.
  • Collins missed all summer practices and training camp in 2026 while recovering.
  • The Browns activated Collins off the Physically Unable to Perform list in early September 2026.
  • Cleveland's new head coach is Todd Monken.
  • The Browns’ 2026 season opener is against the Jacksonville Jaguars on September 13.
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