Browns' Haden sheds walking boot, eager for healthier season (Yahoo Sports)

Assigned to cover the NFL's best wide receivers every week, Browns cornerback Joe Haden knows challenges. Haden expects to be ready for the upcoming season after undergoing left ankle surgery, which came after he missed 11 games an assortment of injuries, including a concussion which had him questioning his football future. On Wednesday, Haden, who is finally out of a walking boot and making progress, said the past few months have been difficult.