BEREA (AP) — Defensive end Alex Wright has agreed to a three-year contract extension with the Cleveland Browns on Thursday worth $33 million, including $21 million guaranteed.

“It’s life-changing. I feel like this is the best fit for me, not only this defense but playing alongside Myles (Garrett),” Wright told reporters on Thursday. “I couldn’t get that anywhere else. I feel like I grew up here.”

Wright, a third-round pick in the 2022 draft, is in the final year of his rookie contract.

He is third on the Browns with three sacks and is tied for seventh with 23 tackles along with eight quarterback pressures. Wright missed most of last season after suffering a triceps injury in the fourth game.

“He is a physical presence in the run game. He’s got great size. You know, some of our best pla

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