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Ifo Ekpre-Olomu Released by Browns: Latest Details, Comments and Reaction

April 2, 2016   ·     ·   Jump to comments

The Cleveland Browns have released cornerback Ifo Ekpre-Olomu after one season, in which he was unable to play due to a severe knee injury suffered in college. 
The Browns confirmed Ekpre-Olomu's release, saying it was due to a "non-football injury," on their official website. Rand Getlin of NFL Network reported Ekpre-Olomu is "[100 percent] healthy and feels certain he'll be playing football at a high level this year."
Many regarded Ekpre-Olomu as one of the nation's top cornerback prospects during his senior season at Oregon in 2014. 
Rob Rang of CBS Sports projected Ekpre-Olomu to be a top-15 pick in his initial mock draft in August 2014, calling him "instinctive, physical and a proven standout in a passing conference."
However, as Oregon was preparing to take on Florida State in the Rose Bowl, Ekpre-Olomu tore his ACL during a practice with the team. He was unable to participate in any pre-draft workouts as a result of the injury, c...

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