Browns Waive Hometown Wide Receiver Luke Floriea After Devastating Injury Update

CLEVELAND, OH — The Cleveland Browns made an emotional roster move today, waiving hometown wide receiver Luke Floriea after receiving a grim injury update that will sideline him for the remainder of the season.

Floriea, a Northeast Ohio native and lifelong Browns fan, signed with the team earlier this year in what many saw as a dream-come-true story. His preseason flashes and relentless work ethic quickly made him a fan favorite — a local kid living the NFL dream.

The heartbreak came after team doctors confirmed a severe knee injury suffered during practice last week. General Manager Andrew Berry broke the news in a somber press conference.

“This is the toughest part of the business,” Berry said. “Luke gave everything to this team, and this injury is a cruel blow. He’s got the heart of a fighter, and we know he’ll attack rehab the same way he approached every snap — with 110% effort.”

Floriea, visibly emotional but composed, addressed reporters shortly afterward.

“I grew up wearing brown and orange,” he said, his voice breaking. “To put on that jersey, even for a short time, was a blessing I’ll never forget. I’m not done — I’ll be back. But right now, I’ve got to focus on getting healthy.”

Teammates expressed their support on social media, with star running back Nick Chubb posting: “Once a Brown, always a Brown. Heal up, brother.”

For fans in Cleveland, Floriea’s journey struck a deep chord — a reminder that in football, dreams and heartbreak often share the same field.

Berry left the door open for Floriea’s future return.

“When Luke’s healthy, we’d love to see him back here,” Berry said. “Cleveland is in his blood.”

While the injury may have ended his season, Luke Floriea’s story with the Browns feels far from over.