BEREA, Ohio (WKBN) -- The Cleveland Browns claimed tight end Brenden Bates off waivers from Houston on Monday.

In a corresponding roster move, the team waived cornerback Jarrick Bernard-Converse.

Bates has appeared in 10 NFL games with the Jets, Browns and Texans.

He appeared in three games with Cleveland in 2024 and also spent time on the club’s practice squad in 2025.

Bates is in his second NFL season out of Kentucky.

Bernard-Converse appeared in five games with the Browns this season. He was claimed off waivers from the Jets following final roster cuts at the start of the regular season.

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