The Cleveland Browns have placed linebacker Christian Kirksey and cornerback E.J. Gaines on injured reserve for the rest of the season.
Kirksey, one of the team's captains, hurt his hamstring in Sunday's loss to the Chiefs. Gaines incurred his second concussion in three weeks in the same game.
Interim coach Gregg Williams would not specify who would start or play for them, citing strategic reasons. "They (opponents) just don't need to know," Williams said.
The Browns are feeling the brunt of injuries on the defensive side of the ball. Starting cornerback Terrance Mitchell is on injured reserve with a broken wrist; he could return for the final four games.