With star Myles Garrett sidelined again for Sunday’s game at Jacksonville as he continues to recover from COVID-19, and with two other defensive starters out due to injury and the virus, the Browns are counting on Vernon and others to deliver against the Jaguars (1-9). Last Sunday, Vernon stepped in in Garrett’s absence and had his most productive game since coming to Cleveland last year from the New York Giants as part of the trade involving flashy wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. Vernon did his best Garrett impression by recording three sacks, including one for a safety, as the Browns beat the Philadelphia Eagles 22-17 to stay firmly in the playoff race.
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