Not sure where that "statement" came from---but the official Browns statement said: https://twitter.com/Browns/status/1041106176593879040 "For the past six years, the Browns have fully supported and invested in Josh, both personally and professionally and wanted the best for him, but unfortunately we've reached a point where we feel it's best to part ways and move forward. We wish Josh well." Cowboys/SF will trade for him before release it appears...