James Houston won't have to move too far for his next NFL gig. A day after being released by the Detroit Lions, the third-year EDGE was claimed off waivers by the Cleveland Browns. Houston joins the B

HOUSTON - The Cleveland Browns claimed James "The Problem" Houston IV after clearing waivers. Detroit Lions released Houston on Tuesday, Nov. 26. after nearly three seasons. Houston had a breakout rookie season with the Detroit Lions in the National Football League. Making seven game appearances, Houston set NFL rookie records with eight sacks.

The Lions waived edge rusher James Houston, who had one of the best rookie seasons (2022) for an edge rusher in recent memory but has not returned to that form since. Asked why it didn't work out in Detroit, Lions head coach Dan Campbell said, "It just didn't."