Career Timeline of Greg Newsome II: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Greg Newsome II, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Greg Newsome II is an American football cornerback currently playing for the Cleveland Browns in the NFL. He was drafted in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft after playing college football at Northwestern University. Newsome is a professional athlete in the sport of football.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

July 24, 2021: Newsome Signed by Cleveland Browns

On July 24, 2021, Greg Newsome II signed a four-year, $12.74 million contract with the Cleveland Browns, fully guaranteed and including a $6.63 million signing bonus. He was slated to be a starting cornerback, replacing Terrance Mitchell.

September 12, 2021: Regular Season Debut

On September 12, 2021, Greg Newsome II made his professional regular season debut, recording one solo tackle in a 29–32 loss against the Kansas City Chiefs.

November 13, 2022: First Career Sack

On November 13, 2022, Greg Newsome II recorded his first career sack on Cedrick Wilson Jr. during a loss to the Miami Dolphins. He also made three combined tackles in the game.

January 9, 2023: Browns Fire Defensive Coordinator Joe Woods

On January 9, 2023, the Cleveland Browns announced their decision to fire defensive coordinator Joe Woods.

January 18, 2023: Browns Hire Jim Schwartz as Defensive Coordinator

On January 18, 2023, the Cleveland Browns announced the hiring of Jim Schwartz as their defensive coordinator. Head coach Kevin Stefanski retained Newsome and Denzel Ward as the starting cornerback tandem for the third consecutive season.

November 12, 2023: First Career Touchdown

On November 12, 2023, Greg Newsome II recorded his first career touchdown after intercepting a pass from Lamar Jackson and returning it for 34 yards. He also had two combined tackles and half a sack.

December 10, 2023: Newsome Intercepts Pass Against Jaguars

On December 10, 2023, Greg Newsome II had five solo tackles, a season-high four pass deflections, and intercepted a pass from Trevor Lawrence in a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

January 13, 2024: AFC Wildcard Game

On January 13, 2024, Greg Newsome II made four solo tackles and one pass deflection in the AFC Wildcard Game, which the Browns lost 14-45 to the Houston Texans.

April 30, 2024: Fifth-Year Option Exercised

On April 30, 2024, the Cleveland Browns exercised the fifth-year option on Greg Newsome II's rookie contract for a guaranteed $13.37 million. Newsome was later demoted to third cornerback on the depth chart.

December 2, 2024: Newsome Intercepts Bo Nix Pass

On December 2, 2024, Greg Newsome II recorded one solo tackle, made a season-high two pass deflections, and had his only interception of the season on a pass thrown by Bo Nix during a loss to the Denver Broncos.

December 11, 2024: Newsome Placed on Injured Reserve

On December 11, 2024, Greg Newsome II was placed on injured reserve by the Cleveland Browns after injuring his hamstring, causing him to miss the last four games of the season.

October 9, 2025: Newsome Traded to Jaguars

On October 9, 2025, Greg Newsome II was traded to the Jacksonville Jaguars, along with a 2026 sixth round pick, in exchange for Tyson Campbell and a 2026 seventh round pick.