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It’s not the kind of headline fans—or the Cleveland Browns—wanted to wake up to. But here we are.
According to a report from ESPN, linebacker Devin Bush, known to many as the fiery former Michigan star, was arrested over the weekend in Pennsylvania. Court records show Bush is facing charges of simple assault and harassment related to an incident that took place on Sunday.
The Browns kept their response brief, saying: “We’re aware and gathering more info.” At this point, no further public details have been shared, but Bush is set for a preliminary hearing on May 20 in Allegheny County court.
A Key Piece of Cleveland’s Defense
This development is especially jarring considering the role Bush had carved out in Cleveland. After arriving last season, he started 10 games and tallied 76 tackles—an impressive comeback after a few up-and-down years post-Pittsburgh.
That performance earned him a one-year, $3.25 million extension in March. It looked like Bush had found the perfect second wind with the Browns, who were clearly counting on his veteran presence going into 2025.
Now? That entire narrative is hanging in the balance.
From Michigan Glory to NFL Pressure
Bush isn’t just another name on the roster. He was once one of college football’s brightest defensive stars at Michigan, leading the Wolverines with a tenacity that had fans roaring every Saturday. It earned him the No. 10 overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft.
But after some highs and lows with the Steelers and a short stint in Seattle, Bush was looking for redemption in Cleveland. And for a while, it seemed he’d found it.
What Comes Next?
There’s a lot we still don’t know. No convictions, no conclusions—just the first steps in what could be a long legal process. Still, in today’s NFL, even an arrest—without a verdict—can complicate a player’s status with a team.
The Browns, already juggling offseason changes, draft evaluations, and fan expectations, now have to figure out how this fits into their 2025 plans.
Final Thoughts
For Devin Bush, this moment is undoubtedly a setback. For the Browns, it’s a potential hole in their defense they didn’t anticipate. Everyone will be watching how this unfolds, but one thing is clear: the road back just got a lot steeper for the former Michigan standout.