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Source: Cleveland Browns QBs Baker Mayfield, Case Keenum don't clear COVID-19 protocols, out vs. Las Vegas Raiders

BEREA, Ohio -- Cleveland Browns quarterbacks Baker Mayfield and Case Keenum failed to test off the COVID-19/reserve list, meaning third-string quarterback Nick Mullens will get the start Monday against the Las Vegas Raiders, a source told ESPN.

The Browns did get one key defender back, as safety John Johnson III was activated Monday morning. But no other player tested off the COVID-19/reserve list, meaning Cleveland will enter the Raiders game with 22 players still on the list, including 10 starters. No other Browns player is expected to be activated before the 2 p.