The Browns re-signed McLeod (biceps) on a one-year deal Saturday, per The Cleveland Plain Dealer.
The Browns placed McLeod (biceps) on injured reserve Tuesday.
Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski announced Monday that McLeod will require season-ending surgery to address the biceps injury he suffered in Sunday's 13-10 win over the Steelers, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.
McLeod (biceps) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's contest with Pittsburgh, Zac Jackson of The Athletic reports.
McLeod will start Sunday's matchup against the Bengals, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
McLeod has agreed to terms with the Browns, Jake Trotter of ESPN reports.
Over 17 appearances, McLeod logged 96 tackles (59 solo) and eight passes defended, including two interceptions, as well as a fumble recovery during the 2022 campaign.
McLeod started at strong safety and had five total tackles, two passes defensed and an interception in Sunday's win over Kansas City.
McLeod did not record a tackle and played just two snaps on defense in Sunday's tie at Houston.