BEREA -- It appears there was more good news for the Cleveland Browns, besides finishing the preseason undefeated. There was some concern that starting center Ethan Pocic could be lost for some time with a knee injury.
Kevin Stefanski was also asked about tight end Blake Whiteheart, who also left the game with a knee injury.
"This week and then over the weekend we'll know more how (Pocic and Whiteheart) respond, but I think both will be potentially out there Week One."
Pocic left midway in the first quarter after he lay on the ground and the trainers attended to him. He did walk off the field under his own power, but was seen leaving the stadium in a knee brace after the game.
Ethan Pocic (Photo: Getty, 247Sports)
Whiteheart, who left the game in the first half, appears to be the third tight end on the roster and he did not return to the game after his injury.
Another player, defensive end Julian Okwara, left with a rib injury in the third quarter. Stefanski was asked his status.
"Dealing with a rib injury," he said. "I'll have more information over the next couple of days and he has had a nice camp."
Center Luke Wypler replaced Pocic after he was injured and has been playing well. Stefanski said that Wypler will take over if Pocic is unable to play.
"Luke's done a really nice job all of the off season, not just in the games, but he's done a nice job in the games and we trust him," Stefanski said. "So if that is the case, he'll be ready to go."
Extra Points
Pickett Should be Ready, No. Decision on No. 2: Stefanski said that QB Kenny Pickett is at the point with his recovery from the hamstring injury to say that should be able to play in the opening game on Sept. 7.