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If Ward is out of their plans, the Browns could pursue Buffalo free safety Jairus Byrd, who was not tagged by the Bills. A three-time Pro Bowler, Byrd could be reunited in Cleveland with Pettine, who spent last season as Buffalo's defensive coordinator.