Paul Kruger has said that the Cleveland Browns must stop Ray Rice in their game against the Baltimore Ravens this weekend.

The linebacker joined the Browns in the off-season, having spent the previous four seasons with the Super Bowl champions.

The 27-year-old told reporters: "I think it starts with [Ravens running back] Ray Rice. You've got to stop that running attack because they have good offensive linemen that can pull with [guards Marshal] Yanda and [Kelechi] Osemele.

"They can move, they're strong, they can do a lot of things, so for Ray to be able to run behind those guys and then [fullback] Vonta Leach, that sets the tone for a lot of their drop-back passes.

"I had a great experience in Baltimore. I loved it there. I've got so many people over there I still keep in contact with, but I'm not there anymore and this is my home now. I love it here and I want to help us get to where we want to be."

Both sides lost their opening games of the season.