The Cleveland Browns tried out 14 players at rookie minicamp this past weekend. On Monday, they announced the signing of one of those players: CB Eric Patterson out of Ball State.
Patterson (5-9, 200 lbs) was one of two tryout players who was not a rookie. He originally signed with the New England Patriots in 2015, but was released before the start of training camp. He later spent training camp with the Indianapolis Colts and even played in two games for them, registering two tackles. He was later waived and spent time on the St.