The Browns announced four roster moves Tuesday, and one qualifies as a surprise: They cut veteran defensive lineman John Hughes, a third-round draft pick in 2012 who received a contract extension last year.
The other moves were previously reported. They signed veteran quarterback Charlie Whitehurst. They signed center Austin Reiter off Washington's practice squad. They waived rookie inside linebacker Scooby Wright.
Below is a news release from the team outlining the transactions.
The Cleveland Browns have signed OL Austin Reiter off Washington’s practice squad and QB Charlie Whitehurst. To make room on the roster, the team terminated the contract of DL John Hughes III and waived LB Scooby Wright III.