Scott

Kooistra

Kooistra underwent surgery last August to repair what was believed to be the C-2 vertebra at the top of his neck. He’s still holding out hope of playing in 2012. The journeyman backup has started just one of 84 games since entering the league in 2003.

Anderson’s consecutive starts streak will come to an end at 116. Scott Kooistra will replace him. Upgrade Chiefs LE Tamba Hali’s matchup and downgrade the Bengals offense slightly.

Jones can’t be healthy. He was absolutely destroyed by Chiefs DE Jared Allen, who rang up three sacks against him within the first 17 minutes. Scott Kooistra came in at left guard and Andrew Whitworth shifted to the blind side.

The Bengals have added depth with rookie Andre Smith close to being game-ready. Kooistra’s roster spot was needed to sign fullback Fui Vakapuna.

The Browns obviously didn’t like what they saw as Kooistra was only with the team for five days.

Kooistra, 29, has one career start in seven seasons.

Kooistra’s release is a positive sign for rookie Andre Smith, who is nearing game action.

The former Bengal is a versatile backup that will give the Browns’ offensive line some depth.