Browns Karlos Dansby becoming a notable thief

BEREA, Ohio -- After picking off a pass by quarterback Matt Schaub of the Baltimore Ravens last week, Cleveland Browns linebacker Karlos Dansby has totaled 19 interceptions for his career.

Dansby needs one more to become the fifth player in NFL history with 20 interceptions and 40 sacks. The four that have already accomplished that feat are Seth Joyner, Wilber Marshall, Ray Lewis and Brian Urlacher.

--The Browns' game this week against the Cincinnati Bengals will be the middle of three straight home games for Cleveland. That isn't necessarily an advantage.

The Browns won their home opener when they beat the Tennessee Titans, 28-14, but since then have lost four straight at FirstEnergy Stadium.

--Left guard Joel Bitonio (ankle) practiced Wednesday after missing the last two games with the injury sustained Nov. 5 in Cincinnati. If he has no setbacks he is expected to start against the Bengals.

--Left cornerback Joe Haden (concussion) has not played or practiced since being concussed Nov. 1 against the Arizona Cardinals.

--Wide receiver Andrew Hawkins (concussion) did not practice Wednesday. He missed the game last week against the Baltimore Ravens.

--Wide receiver Taylor Gabriel (concussion) did not practice. He also missed the game against the Ravens.

--Cornerback Justin Gilbert (concussion) was injured in the Ravens game Monday and did not practice Wednesday.