Yahoo Sports reports: The Cleveland Browns are saying goodbye to one of the most respected players in franchise history. Veteran left guard Joel Bitonio officially announced his retirement Tuesday, ending a remarkable 12-year NFL career spent entirely in Cleveland. The 34-year-old was selected by the Browns with the 35th overall pick in the 2014 NFL Draft and became one of the league’s most consistent offensive linemen.
sports | sports | Yahoo Sports | June 11, 2026 10:32 PM
Browns great Joel Bitonio retires after 12 seasons, leaving behind a lasting legacy in Cleveland
The Cleveland Browns are saying goodbye to one of the most respected players in franchise history. Veteran left guard Joel Bitonio officially announced his retirement Tuesday, ending a remarkable 12-year NFL career spent entirely in Cleveland. The 34-year-old was selected by the Browns with the 35th overall pick in the 2014 NFL Draft and became one of the league’s most consistent offensive linemen.
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