Irie Harris

Reporter at The Plain Dealer

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Rashod Bateman likes what this veteran WR is bringing to the Ravens’ receiving corps

1 week ago | cleveland.com | Irie Harris

SportsUpdated: Jun. 19, 2025, 3:39 p.m.|Published: Jun. 19, 2025, 3:28 p.m.Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman likes the presence of veteran WR DeAndre Hopkins.APCLEVELAND, Ohio — In the midst of the offseason moves made by the Baltimore Ravens, one rings kindly to one of their top players. The move to bring in DeAndre Hopkins is one that Rashod Bateman, who just signed three-year extension worth $36.75 million, feels benefits the Ravens.
What former All-Pro cornerback did the Baltimore Ravens just sign?

1 week ago | cleveland.com | Irie Harris

SportsPublished: Jun. 18, 2025, 1:38 p.m.Cornerback Jaire Alexander has reportedly signed with the Baltimore Ravens.APCLEVELAND, Ohio — The Baltimore Ravens have won the Jaire Alexander sweepstakes, signing the former All-Pro cornerback to a one-year deal worth $4 million, per Adam Schefter. Alexander’s deal will include the ability to earn $2 million more in incentives, and a max value of $6 million.
How to watch Real Madrid vs Al Hilal: FIFA Club World Cup FREE stream today (6/18/25)

1 week ago | cleveland.com | Irie Harris

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – It’s time for one of those events where seemingly the whole soccer world is tuned in to the history makers of tomorrow -- and today features a blockbuster matchup between Real Madrid and Al Hilal at the FIFA Club World Cup. This afternoon you have Kylian Mbappé and Real Madrid facing off with Aleksandar Mitrovic and Al Hilal at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. The June 18 match will begin at 3 p.m. Eastern. Fans can tune in for the game on TNT or truTV.
The numbers behind the Browns’ running back dilemma: The Data Series

1 week ago | cleveland.com | Irie Harris

CLEVELAND, Ohio — For the first time since 2017, the Browns run game will not feature Nick Chubb. Cleveland decided not to re-sign their 2018 draftee, and that led to Chubb moving to Houston. A fan favorite and cornerstone of the locker room, his absence will open opportunity for remaining players and new faces.
Pro Bowl wide receiver feels like himself again after missing 2024 season

1 week ago | cleveland.com | Irie Harris

SportsPublished: Jun. 17, 2025, 3:50 p.m.Wide receiver Hunter Renfrow eyes a comeback in 2025 after missing the whole 2024 season.APCLEVELAND, Ohio — Hunter Renfrow feels better ahead of the 2025 season. Not just because of extra rest or a fresher mindset, but because the Panthers wide receiver looks to play for the first time since Week 18 of the 2023 season.
Dolphins and Pro Bowl tight end are at a crossroads on redoing his contract

1 week ago | cleveland.com | Irie Harris

SportsPublished: Jun. 16, 2025, 12:02 p.m.Tight end Jonnu Smith still in talks with the Miami Dolphins.John Kuntz, cleveland.comCLEVELAND, Ohio — Despite Jonnu Smith not showing face at Miami’s mandatory minicamp last week, that apparently doesn’t mean the tight end will be moving on. Miami’s been in contact with teams about trading Smith, who’s in search of a new deal. Smith joined the team in 2024 on a a two-year, $8.4 million contract.
Why Mike Evans thinks this year’s Buccaneers WR room is the best he’s been in

2 weeks ago | cleveland.com | Irie Harris

BrownsUpdated: Jun. 13, 2025, 11:37 a.m.|Published: Jun. 13, 2025, 11:26 a.m.Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans feels this 2025 WR room is the best he's been a part of.APCLEVELAND, Ohio — When you’re entering the 12th season of your career, you’ve usually seen it all. But for Mike Evans, star receiver for the Buccaneers, he feels this year’s wide receiver room is the best he’s been in, per Pro Football Talk. “This might be the best receiving room I’ve been a part of,” Evans said.
Why the Bengals’ first-round draft pick left mandatory minicamp

2 weeks ago | cleveland.com | Irie Harris

SportsPublished: Jun. 12, 2025, 11:22 a.m.Cincinnati Bengals unsigned draft pick Shemar Stewart has left mandatory minicamp.APCLEVELAND, Ohio — The standoff continues between the Cincinnati Bengals and their 2025 first-round draft pick, Shemar Stewart, as he’s left mandatory minicamp, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Stewart was still participating in team activities and was around the building despite being unsigned, per ESPN. But now his early exit from minicamp creates a thicker plot.
Kenny Pickett on his time in Pittsburgh, Myles Garrett, and more: Transcript

2 weeks ago | cleveland.com | Irie Harris

CLEVELAND, Ohio — Browns quarterback Kenny Pickett took questions from reporters on Wednesday regarding on his time in Pittsburgh, Myles Garrett, and more. Below is the transcript as provided by the Browns media relations department:Kevin Stefanski on Joe Flacco, Diontae Johnson, and more: TranscriptBrowns star Denzel Ward has a warning for all four QBs fighting for the starting jobWhy Browns WR DeAndre Carter picked No. 2 and how it has helped him bond with Shedeur SandersJust an update.
Joe Flacco on the QB room, interrupting meetings with stories, and more: Transcript

2 weeks ago | cleveland.com | Irie Harris

CLEVELAND, Ohio — Browns quarterback Joe Flacco took questions from reporters on Wednesday regarding on the quarterback room, how his stories can interrupt meetings, and more.