Ethan

Kelley

There was some thought that Spiller would lead the LA backfield in what could be a meaningless Week 18 game. It appears Joshua Kelley will retain RB2 duties behind Austin Ekeler, making Kelley a reasonable DFS option. Chargers starters might only play a quarter or two.

Kelley didn’t spend much time on the field for New England last year and probably won’t in 2005 either.

This is minor surprise, especially after the team released Keith Traylor. This solidifies Dan Klecko in New England’s interior defensive line rotation.

Kelley played for Browns coach Romeo Crennel in New England. He should make the Browns as a capable reserve defensive tackle.

A big loss. Kelley was the team’s starter after taking over for Ted Washington. Frank Gore could have a better day against Cleveland in Week 17.

Kelley, who took over as a starter after Ted Washington went on injured reserve in 2007, is a free agent this offseason. Nose tackle is a position the Browns must address this spring, especially if Shaun Smith stays at end.

Kelley is currently recovering from microfracture knee surgery.

It was his second visit; Kelley met with the Bengals in March. He is coming off microfracture surgery and it is uncertain if Kelley could pass a physical.