Cleveland Browns’ breakout defender Ronnie Hickman was a victim of an assault in New York City early Monday morning
Former Ohio State S Ronnie Hickman was involved in an off the field incident.
Cleveland Browns S Ronnie Hickman was released from the hospital on Monday afternoon following an incident in New York City.
Hickman was said to be the victim of an assault outside a trendy Lower East Side hotel on early Monday morning.
According to the New York Post, Hickman was approached by four individuals on Allen Street in NYC shortly after 4:30 a.m. and that’s when the dispute broke out. One suspect was stated to have slugged Hickman before taking off.
Police are investigating whether or not the attackers noticed Hickman as an NFL safety. Hickman is a New Jersey native.
The Browns release statement on Ronnie Hickman
Cleveland released a statement on Saturday afternoon with good news following the incident
“Safety Ronnie Hickman was a victim of assault early Monday morning at a New York City hotel. Ronnie was treated for minor injuries at an area hospital after the incident, was later released, and is home resting with his family.”
Hickman had a breakout season for the Browns in 2025 where he started in all 17 games in his third season. The former undrafted free agent recorded 103 tackles and two interceptions for a terrific Browns defense.
Hickman successfully made the jump to being a full-time starter for the Browns and looked the part. Hickman had played in 24 games in his first two seasons, then took over for Juan Thornhill in 2025.
Following what could have been a situation that ended up much worse, it’s good news for Hickman to be home and recovering.
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