Hunt ready for debut with Browns

Kareem Hunt said he learned humility during his time away from football, the lengthy layoff forcing him to grow up.

It was a tough lesson. A needed one. While serving his eight-game NFL suspension for losing control of his emotions and becoming violent, the Browns running back said he gained a deeper appreciation for all he’s been given — and how quickly it can vanish.

His long wait is over. He’s been counting down since his career stopped suddenly.

“Like 342 days,” he said.

Hunt will return to the field this week for the first time since the league punished him for two physical off-field altercations, one where he was infamously captured on videotape shoving and kicking a woman during an argument in a hotel hallway while he played for the Chiefs.

On Sunday, Hunt, the former league rushing champion, will make debut for his hometown team — as the Browns (2-6) host the Bills (6-2).

“I’m just excited. A lot of mixed emotions, high and low,” he said, speaking to reporters for the first time since Aug. 15. “It’s going to be a very fun, emotional game, and I’m definitely going to be excited to get out there and do whatever I can to play the role and help this team win.”

Browns give Tretter extension: Browns center JC Tretter agreed to terms on a three-year, $32.5 million contract extension with the club, according to reports Thursday.

Tretter, who’s in his third season with the Browns, will receive $23 million guaranteed.

The 28-year-old Tretter has been a steady presence up front for the Browns, who signed him as a free agent in 2017. He started all 16 games last season and played every snap despite a severely sprained ankle.