How did Browns TE David Njoku’s face burn?

David Njoku was drafted 29th overall in the 2017 NFL Draft.

How did Browns TE David Njoku’s face burn?

David Njoku's burnt face (L - via Instagram) and Njoku wearing a mask before the game (R - via X)

Football is one of the most physically demanding sports in the world. That is why football players are some of the toughest athletes in all of sports; they have to be. However, sometimes that toughness comes through outside the playing field. One such tough player is the Cleveland Browns‘ tight end David Njoku. He recently arrived at the Browns’ week 4 game against the Baltimore Ravens wearing a ‘Hallow Man’ mask. The reason for that was revealed later and it was a shocking one.

Njoku was reportedly involved in a scary “household incident” a couple of weeks ago. According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, a backyard firepit was involved. The TE recently posted six photos on Instagram, revealing scary burns on his face. The timeline of when those pictures were taken is still unclear. He captioned the post as “Legacy.”

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Njoku did not miss any playing time, however, as he played in the Browns’ loss against the Ravens. He led his team in receptions and receiving yards in that game. The Browns had a bye week, which allowed Njoku to nurse his face burns and get healthy. Fans on social media have applauded the courage of the tight end as he played through some severe pain.

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Njoku was drafted in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft. He played 14 games last season and had 628 yards. Through four games this season, the tight end has accumulated 138 yards. He has yet to score a touchdown. The Browns will play the San Francisco 49ers in their next game on Sunday.

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David Njoku played with a burnt face against the Ravens

David Njoku played in the Cleveland Browns’ week 4 matchup against division rivals Baltimore Ravens. Although the Browns lost that game, Njoku led his team in receptions, with 6 and receiving yards, with 46. He also played with a burnt face.

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David Njoku (via Sports Illustrated)

Njoku suffered some serious burns to his face after a backyard firepit incident in his house. The incident took place a day before the game. The tight showed up to the game with a “Hallow Man” face mask and played the game.

Njoku got a week to nurse his injuries as the Browns had a bye week in week 5. They will play the San Francisco 49ers in their next game. The Browns are 2-2 to begin the season and are third in their division.

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