Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson participated in minicamp, throwing in various drills and 7-on-7s for the first time since shoulder surgery. Wide receiver Amari Cooper, entering the final year of his contract, was absent from practice, potentially seeking a new deal. Watson expressed positivity about his progress and mentioned Cooper's absence. Head coach Kevin Stefanski acknowledged Cooper's situation and ongoing dialogue.
Browns coach Kevin Stefanski says "there's been a dialogue" with Amari Cooper ahead of WR's unexcused minicamp absence https://t.co/khTDDgq9pZ https://t.co/jmlef5ugWd
Deshaun Watson: Amari Cooper 'is the best in the game' as he holds out of #Browns minicamp for a contract extension: https://t.co/d6cWr2S77J
#Browns Deshaun Watson says Amari Cooper, who’s skipping minicamp in a contract stand, is the “best in the game” https://t.co/mfjX3SYn4W
Amari Cooper is on the last year of his contract & isn't at Cleveland Browns mandatory minicamp #PMSLive https://t.co/YF8APwBvYs
#Browns WR Amari Cooper skips first day of minicamp, as he’s set to enter last year of contract https://t.co/ONUS8ijcIm
Deshaun Watson increased his practice work during Browns minicamp Tuesday, but he wasn’t throwing the ball to top wide receiver Amari Cooper during the mandatory practice session. @AkronJackson and @LarryHolder have more updates ⤵️ https://t.co/49hEfHExi6
Deshaun Watson threw for the 1st time in 7on7s today. Kevin Stefanski said he would throw next on Thursday, last day of minicamp.
#Browns Deshaun Watson says there’s no limit to what he and Amari Cooper can do. https://t.co/DAtrQowfz5
#Browns Deshaun Watson on Amari Cooper skipping minicamp practice. https://t.co/XMgIw0Q24l
Amari Cooper absent from Browns minicamp as final year of contract looms https://t.co/r1si8fkgPD
Updated: Amari Cooper skips day 1 of Browns camp, Kevin Stefanski comments after practice https://t.co/OTcJghbTwx
#Browns Deshaun Watson did more throwing today and will take tomorrow off. Will throw again Thursday, per Kevin Stefanski. He’s been on this schedule
#Browns Kevin Stefanski on Amari Cooper skipping minicamp as he presumably looks for new contract. https://t.co/f2RNNq5aAJ
#Browns Deshaun Watson on what’s next in his progression from shoulder surgery. https://t.co/q6rwEl3sd4
Amari Cooper, seeking new contract, absent from Browns' mandatory minicamp https://t.co/khTDDgq9pZ https://t.co/c4i6nCGPuP
#Browns Deshaun Watson said it’s a “blessing” to be able to throw in 7-on-7s today and really helpful in his progression, understanding of offense
#Browns Deshaun Watson only simulating throwing in 11 on 11s but still taking the first team reps.
#Browns WR Amari Cooper skipping mandatory minicamp as he heads into final year of his contract: https://t.co/O5xw8npoDn
#Browns Deshaun Watson to Michael Woods II. https://t.co/3PqaMyqGZg
Deshaun Watson (shoulder) throwing in minicamp https://t.co/QZrSriSJn0
Amari Cooper skips day 1 of Browns camp, possibly due to contract, subject to fines: https://t.co/OTcJghbTwx
#Cowboys Ex Amari Cooper a Contract Holdout with #Browns? https://t.co/v51ld8BAaT via @DallasCowboysFN https://t.co/47wjx5S1za
#Browns Deshaun Watson throwing as hard as I’ve seen this off-season. Fired in route to Elijah Moore.
Watson is now throwing in 7-on-7s, which he didn’t do in voluntary workouts. https://t.co/fNQLMGTsuK
#Browns Deshaun Watson throwing in 7 on 7s today for the first time: https://t.co/acQbaQYav3
#Browns Deshaun Watson throwing in 7-on-7s. Didn’t do that in OTAs.
#Browns Deshaun Watson throwing in offensive drills on Day 1 of minicamp, and is expected to throw in 7 on 7s today for the first time this offseason. https://t.co/UQdUK5aBgn
Deshaun Watson is throwing today, but not to WR Amari Cooper, who is not on field for mandatory minicamp. We’ll see what’s up. Cooper entering final season under contract. https://t.co/yrNilxRQgc
In early going, Deshaun Watson throwing to receivers on air. We’ll see about 7 on 7s & 11 on 11s later.
#Browns Deshaun Watson throwing today. Here he is during offensive installations. https://t.co/c9ZT1NteJM
Browns QB Deshaun Watson is throwing on the first day of minicamp. TE David Njoku, DE Myles Garrett among the vets rejoining the team for mandatory workouts. https://t.co/wOoZQkgTHA
First day of Browns’ mandatory minicamp and WR Amari Cooper is a notable absence.
#Browns WR Amari Cooper, who is entering the final year of his contract, is not present for mandatory minicamp and is subject to fines.
#Browns Amari Cooper, entering the final year of his contract, isn’t at mandatory minicamp, which is finable if he’s skipping. Jerry Jeudy is here but inside at the start of practice.
#Browns WR Amari Cooper isn’t at minicamp practice. He’s entering last year of contract.
Amari Cooper not in attendance for Browns mandatory minicamp.
Some #Browns who skipped OTAs are here for mandatory minicamp: Myles Garrett, David Njoku, Dalvin Tomlinson, Shelby Harris, Juan Thornhill. Still looking for Amari Cooper but it’s early.
#Browns Deshaun Watson is scheduled to address the media after the first day of minicamp today for the first time since the start of the offseason program in April.
Browns minicamp: 5 storylines to watch including the obvious Deshaun Watson one: https://t.co/68vW7qTAaU
ICYMI, #Browns Minicamp Preview: How much will Deshaun Watson do … and four other things to watch https://t.co/Y50t8WOziJ