Last week, Browns coach Hue Jackson said rookie cornerback appeared unfazed by the big stage of playing in the NFL.
In Tuesday’s practice, the former Ohio State star earned reps with the first-team defense after showing out the week before. It all underscored what’s been an impressive showing for Ward, the fourth overall pick in the draft, as organized team activities draw to a close.
“He’s earning it. He is working at it,” Jackson said. “He’s doing good things. He plays a position that we think we have been needing a guy to step up.