Browns signing Anthony Walker, Jakeem Grant, releasing Austin Hooper

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While awaiting word from Deshaun Watson, the Browns addressed needs by agreeing Wednesday to terms on contracts with free agent linebacker Anthony Walker Jr. and Pro Bowl returner Jakeem Grant, a person familiar with the deals told The Associated Press.

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Cleveland also plans to release tight end Austin Hooper, said the person who spoke on condition of anonymity because teams can’t make free agency signings or other moves until the new NFL league year begins at 4 p.m.

Walker will sign a one-year contract to return for a second season with Cleveland, his agent Drew Rosenhaus confirmed to AP.

Grant, chosen as a Pro Bowler with the Chicago Bears last season, is getting a three-year deal worth up to $13.8 million.

And, Hooper, who has not lived up to the four-year, $42 million contract he signed as a free agent two years ago, is being designated as a post-June 1 release, which will allow the Browns to spread out his dead salary cap hit over two years, the person said.

Hooper twice made the Pro Bowl in four seasons for Atlanta. Since coming to Cleveland, he’s caught 84 passes for 780 yards and seven touchdowns.

The Browns recently placed a franchise tag on tight end David Njoku and also have Harrison Bryant under contract. Coach Kevin Stefanski favors multiple-tight end formations, so it's likely the Browns will either sign or draft another player at the position.

FILE - Cleveland Browns middle linebacker Anthony Walker Jr. defends during an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, in Cleveland. While awaiting word from Deshaun Watson, the Browns addressed needs by