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FILE - Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Sheldon Richardson (98) prepares for an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans in Nashville, in this Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020, file photo. Days after adding free agent end Jadeveon Clowney, the Browns terminated defensive tackle Sheldon Richardson's contract after two seasons. Richardson's release is surprising. He's played well since joining the Browns before the 2019 season.(AP Photo/Wade Payne, File)

Browns release veteran DT Richardson in salary-cap move

By TOM WITHERS - Associated Press

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) passes as he is pressured by Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker Bud Dupree (48) in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

“Miracle” workers? Browns need one after loss to Steelers

By WILL GRAVES - Associated Press

FILE - In this Dec. 2, 2018, file photo, Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Sheldon Richardson is shown during an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson, File)

AP source: Browns beef up line, set to sign DT Richardson

By TOM WITHERS - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sept. 23,2018, file photo, Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Sheldon Richardson runs onto the field before an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills in Minneapolis. Minnesota's big splash of the offseason was the addition of quarterback Kirk Cousins, but the value of signing defensive tackle Sheldon Richardson as a free agent can't be overlooked. He's fourth among NFL interior defensive linemen in quarterback pressures. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn, File)

On prove-it deal, Richardson giving Vikings plenty of value

By DAVE CAMPBELL - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sept. 16, 2018, file photo, Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers is sacked by Minnesota Vikings' Sheldon Richardson during the first half of an NFL football game, in Green Bay, Wis. Richardson is two teams past his time with the New York Jets, refusing to acknowledge any desire for revenge on his original employer that traded him away. He's having a solid first season with the Vikings. The Vikings play at the New York Jets on Sunday, Oct. 21. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Phelps, File)

Vikings DT Richardson ‘all business’ against old team Jets

By DAVE CAMPBELL - Associated Press

File-This Aug. 31, 2017, file photo shows New York Jets defensive end Sheldon Richardson walking on the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game in East Rutherford, N.J. The Minnesota Vikings have signed Richardson to bolster what was already one of the NFL's top defenses. Richardson, the 13th overall pick out of Missouri in 2013 by the Jets, had one sack and 27 tackles last season for Seattle. He spent his first four seasons with New York, which traded him last summer to the Seahawks for wide receiver Jermaine Kearse and a draft pick. The 27-year-old Richardson has 286 tackles and 19 sacks in his career.(AP Photo/Bill Kostroun, File)

Vikings sign Seahawks’ Richardson to bolster defensive line

By DAVE CAMPBELL - Associated Press

FILE - In this Aug. 31, 2017, file photo, New York Jets head coach Todd Bowles looks on during the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, in East Rutherford, N.J. Bowles enters his third season as coach of the Jets facing a tough task with the team in rebuilding mode after parting ways with several of its big-name veterans during the offseason. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun, File)

Rebuilding Jets start season with lots of new faces

By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. - Associated Press

FILE - In this Jan. 1, 2017, file photo, then-New York Jets defensive end Sheldon Richardson (91) stretches prior to an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, in East Rutherford, N.J. Seattle appears to be putting extra urgency in this season, highlighted by the acquisition of former Pro Bowl defensive lineman Sheldon Richardson last week. It wasn’t a move needed for Seattle to be competitive, but could be a move that is the difference in being a contender and a Super Bowl participant. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)

Seahawks make statement in getting Richardson from Jets

By TIM BOOTH - Associated Press

New York Jets nose tackle Leonard Williams, center, laughs while talking to a staff member during NFL football training camp, Friday, Aug. 4, 2017, in Florham Park, N.J. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Talented D-line remains big bright spot for rebuilt Jets

By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. - Associated Press

Richardson on Marshall saying Jets don’t have chance: ‘Who?’

By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. - Associated Press

New York Jets' Sheldon Richardson talks to reporters during the team's organized team activities at its NFL football training facility, Tuesday, May 23, 2017, in Florham Park, N.J. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Richardson rips Marshall: ‘15 reasons’ Jets’ room now better

By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. - Associated Press

New York Jets head coach Todd Bowles talks to reporters at the Jets' training facility in Florham Park, N.J., Monday, Jan. 2, 2017. After ending a dismal season on a winning note with a 30-10 victory over the Buffalo Bills on Sunday, the Jets are making no changes in leadership heading into what appears will be a busy offseason. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Jets enter offseason trying to solve issues on and off field

By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. - Associated Press

Miami Dolphins quarterback Matt Moore (8) throws under pressure from New York Jets defensive end Sheldon Richardson (91) during the second quarter of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Bowles disciplines Richardson after Snapchat video ‘mistake’

By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. - Associated Press

Miami Dolphins quarterback Matt Moore (8) throws under pressure from New York Jets defensive end Sheldon Richardson (91) during the second quarter of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Bowles to talk to Richardson about profanity-filled video

By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sept. 25, 2016, file photo, New York Jets defensive end Sheldon Richardson (91) celebrates after sacking Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith (11) during an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo. Richardson has split his time this season between defensive line and outside linebacker. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga, File)

Jets’ Sheldon Richardson wasn’t sweating trade rumors

By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sept. 25, 2016, file photo, New York Jets defensive end Sheldon Richardson (91) celebrates after sacking Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith (11) during an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo. Richardson has split his time this season between defensive line and outside linebacker. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga, File)

DE or OLB? Jets’ Richardson thinks versatility will pay off

By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. - Associated Press

Jets defense looking to come up with more turnovers

By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. - Associated Press

New York Jets NFL football player Sheldon Richardson, left, walks towards the St. Charles County courthouse with his lawyer Scott Rosenblum, Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2016, in St. Charles, Mo., before his hearing on misdemeanor driving charges. Richardson will avoid jail after pleading guilty to reduced charges connected to a high-speed police chase in suburban St. Louis. (David Carson/St. Louis Post-Dispatch via AP) EDWARDSVILLE INTELLIGENCER OUT; THE ALTON TELEGRAPH OUT; MANDATORY CREDIT

Jets’ Richardson avoids jail time in Missouri police chase

By ALAN SCHER ZAGIER - Associated Press

Missouri defensive lineman Michael Sam crosses the finish line while running the 40-yard dash during pro day for NFL football representatives Thursday, March 20, 2014, in Columbia, Mo. (AP Photo/L.G. Patterson)

Michael Sam in spotlight at Missouri’s pro day

By JAKE KREINBERG - Associated Press

Scouts, teammates and media gather to watch former Missouri defensive lineman Michael Sam perform the bench press during pro day for NFL football representatives Thursday, March 20, 2014, in Columbia, Mo. (AP Photo/L.G. Patterson)

Michael Sam’s Missouri pro day workout draws a crowd

By Jake Kreinberg - Associated Press