Linebacker's streak of 100 consecutive games played is snapped by coach's decision.
TAMPA -- Linebacker David Bowens, who thought he might not make the Browns' 53-man roster, is among the club's inactive players for their opener against Tampa Bay.
It snaps a streak of 100 consecutive games played for Bowens -- fifth-longest active among NFL linebackers.
Other inactives: Receiver Carlton Mitchell, safety Nick Sorensen, linebacker D'Qwell Jackson, guard Shawn Lauvao, center Steve Vallos and tight end Alex Smith. Colt McCoy is the designated third quarterback.
Some like it hot: When the Browns arrived at Raymond James Stadium at around 10 a.m., the temperature was already over 90 degress and humidity was 82 percent. The Browns have to wear their brown jerseys because Tampa Bay chose, wisely, white.