India, Aug. 24 -- The Cleveland Browns faced a distressed moment in their preseason finale against the Los Angeles Rams as starting center Ethan Pocic had to exit the game after a knee injury. Pocic was checked on the field after experiencing discomfort and then walked to the locker room. The team confirmed that he will not return for the remainder of the Browns' preseason finale against the Rams.

According to NBC Pro Football Talk, Pocic has been a key player for the Browns, starting at center for the past three years. He is an important leader on the offensive line and a central part of the team's offense. Losing him, even briefly, could affect Cleveland's preparations for the regular season.

In his place, Luke Wypler has stepped in a...