Wyatt Teller Announces Departure From Cleveland Browns

The veteran offensive guard is set to hit free agency as the Browns undergo an offensive line overhaul.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Cleveland Browns right guard Wyatt Teller announced on Instagram that he will not be returning to the team next season. Teller, who has been a mainstay on the Browns' offensive line since being acquired via trade in 2019, is one of several veteran starters set to hit free agency as the Browns look to rebuild their offensive unit under new head coach Todd Monken.

Why it matters

Teller's departure is a significant loss for the Browns, who will now need to replace all five of their starting offensive linemen this offseason. The team is undergoing a major roster overhaul on the offensive side of the ball as they look to get younger and more productive.

The details

Teller becomes the second Browns player to post a farewell message on Instagram this offseason, joining tight end David Njoku. The Browns acquired Teller from the Buffalo Bills in 2019, and he has been a consistent presence on their offensive line ever since. However, with new head coach Todd Monken taking over, the Browns have decided to go in a different direction with their offensive line.

  • On February 18, 2026, Wyatt Teller announced his departure from the Cleveland Browns on Instagram.

The players

Wyatt Teller

A veteran offensive guard who has been a mainstay on the Cleveland Browns' offensive line since being acquired via trade in 2019.

Todd Monken

The new head coach of the Cleveland Browns, who is overseeing a major roster overhaul on the offensive side of the ball.

Andrew Berry

The general manager of the Cleveland Browns, who has stated that the team will have one of the youngest rosters in the NFL next season.

David Njoku

A veteran tight end for the Cleveland Browns who also posted a farewell message on Instagram this offseason, indicating he will not be returning to the team.

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What they’re saying

“Longtime Browns offensive lineman Wyatt Teller says goodbye to Cleveland in an Instagram post. He's one of many veterans set to hit free agency this offseason as the Browns undergo an overhaul on offense.”

— Daniel Oyefusi, Reporter (Twitter)

What’s next

The Browns will need to find replacements for all five of their starting offensive linemen this offseason, as they look to rebuild their offensive unit under new head coach Todd Monken.

The takeaway

Wyatt Teller's departure is a significant loss for the Cleveland Browns, who are undergoing a major roster overhaul on the offensive side of the ball. The team will need to find a way to replace not only Teller, but all five of their starting offensive linemen, as they look to get younger and more productive under new head coach Todd Monken.