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Browns tight end David Njoku took to Instagram to show the world the extent of the burns he suffered two weeks ago. 

Njoku suffered burns to his face and arms during an accident at his home while he was lighting a fire pit at the end of September.

On Wednesday, he posted a series of photos, one of which revealed the burns he suffered in the incident, while another that appeared to show how much his injuries have healed since the scary incident. 

It remains unclear what exactly took place to cause the burns. 

Njoku played through the burns during the Browns’ Week 4 28-3 loss to the Baltimore Ravens.

He recorded six catches for 46 yards against Baltimore after showing up to the stadium in a full mask to hide the extent of the burns. 

The Browns are coming off a bye week and will take on the 49ers this weekend at home. 

For his part, Njoku is trying to make lemonade out of lemons with the whole thing. 

On Tuesday, he announced that he was launching a merchandise line to raise awareness, resources and support for burn-related care, prevention, education, and research.

Part of the proceeds will be donated to the American Burn Association (ABA). 

“I want to use my platform to help bring awareness to an all too common issue,” Njoku said. “The doctors at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center were instrumental in my recovery, and I am forever grateful for their expertise and care.

“By working with the ABA, I hope to provide resources and support to burn survivors and their families.”

Njoku, a first-round pick by the Browns in 2017, has 16 receptions for 138 yards this season in four games for Cleveland. 

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