The Browns’ offensive line was hit hard by injuries last season, and both Teller (30 years old) and incumbent LG Joel Bitonio (33 years old) are scheduled to hit free agency next offseason. The 27-year-old Jenkins received a one-year, $3.05 million prove-it deal, giving him the chance to earn a multi-year contract as either Teller or Bitonio’s replacement. Jenkins has experience playing both left guard and right guard.

A Pro Bowl guard, Teller could return to the Browns starting lineup as soon as Week 8 against the Ravens. Teller was the team’s best run-blocking offensive lineman before his Week 3 injury against the Giants. Teller’s return should be a boost for Nick Chubb and the Browns’ rushing attack.

Teller will be required to miss at least the next four games, putting him on track for a Week 8 return against the Ravens if all goes well. The Browns guard was diagnosed with a sprained MCL following their Week 3 loss to the Giants and has been their best run-blocking guard this season, per PFF. Rookie Zak Zinter is expected to start in place of Teller, who is just one several starting offensive lineman the Browns have injured.

Teller has been Cleveland’s best run-blocking guard this year, even if he hasn’t been up to his 2020-2021 vintage in a bit as far as PFF grades go. He exited after 33 snaps in Week 3 and could be looking at an extended absence. Rookie fourth-rounder Zak Zinter looks to be in line to start in his place. Things aren’t getting any easier for the Cleveland offense after a rough three weeks to open the year.