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Last Updated: Sun Sep 14, 2025, 4:24 PM

Cleveland Browns

-- Browns Sticking With Joe Flacco --
Sun Sep 14, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Cleveland Browns HC Kevin Stefanski said he isn’t considering a change at quarterback after Sunday’s loss.

-- Quinshon Judkins to Play 10-15 Snaps Today --
Sun Sep 14, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Cleveland Browns rookie RB Quinshon Judkins the plan is expected to participate in 10-15 snaps against the Ravens today.

-- Quinshon Judkins Watch --
Sat Sep 13, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Cleveland Browns rookie RB Quinshon Judkins, making his NFL debut, will have his snaps closely monitored on Sunday. Expect him to have the snaps of a backup tailback, as he ramps up, while the team hopes he eventually becomes the starter.

-- Browns Activate Quinshon Judkins --
Sat Sep 13, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Cleveland Browns have activated RB Quinshon Judkins.

-- Quinshon Judkins Tracking to Play Sunday --
Sat Sep 13, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports Cleveland Browns rookie RB Quinshon Judkins is tracking to make his NFL debut Sunday against the Ravens.

-- Quinshon Judkins Meets With NFL on Wednesday --
Wed Sep 10, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Cleveland Browns rookie RB Quinshon Judkins (personal) did not practice Wednesday, but is expected to return on Thursday after meeting with the NFL today.

-- Browns Sticking With Andre Szmyt --
Wed Sep 10, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Chronicle Telegram reports Browns HC Kevin Stefanski commented on sticking with PK Andre Szmyt... He is a young player, and will only get better.

-- Quinshon Judkins Watch --
Mon Sep 8, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Beacon Journal reports Browns HC Kevin Stefanski said “we’ll see” when asked if rookie RB Quinshon Judkins would play this week against the Ravens.

-- Andre Szmyt Not Quite Yet in Trouble --
Mon Sep 8, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Cleveland Browns PK Andre Szmyt made everything in the preseason, but he missed an extra point on Cleveland’s go-ahead, 5-yard touchdown midway through the third quarter on Sunday. Then he missed what should’ve been a gimme 36-yard field goal wide right with 2:22 left in the contest. “We obviously missed a field goal, missed an extra point. Those are points, and in these types of games, you have to come away with [points],” HC Kevin Stefanski said in his postgame press conference. “So, it hurts when you feel like you’re doing some good things.” But will the Browns bring in some competition for Szmyt this week? “I’m not there,” Stefanski said. “You know, like most type of things. You know, points are at premium obviously. So that’s frustrating. Andre’s had a really good camp. He’s done a nice job for us. So I’m not there.” 

-- Source: Quinshon Judkins Could Debut Next Week --
Sun Sep 7, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Cleveland Browns rookie RB Quinshon Judkins is scheduled to meet with the NFL this week about their investigation, but there is a real possibility, and even likelihood according to one source, that he will make his NFL debut next Sunday at Baltimore.

-- NFL to Interview Quinshon Judkins --
Sat Sep 6, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the NFL will interview Cleveland Browns rookie RB Quinshon Judkins this week in relation to his domestic battery case.

-- Browns Sign 2nd-Rounder Quinshon Judkins; Not Expected to Play This Week --
Sat Sep 6, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns have signed second-round draft pick RB Quinshon Judkins to a fully guaranteed contract worth $11.4 million, sources say. All draft picks are now under contract. Judkins legal situation is behind him after no charges were filed, though the NFL is still conducting its investigation. Judkins is not expected to play this week for the Browns, but depending on practice, could play the following week. The Browns are expected to get a temporary roster exemption for Judkins. This allows Judkins to practice, but not play until the exemption is lifted. Plus, the Browns don’t need an immediate roster move.

-- Quinshon Judkins Watch --
Mon Sep 1, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports unsigned rookie RB Quinshon Judkins could return to the Browns as early as this week. Judkins’ return may not lead to immediate playing time, as he’ll likely need some time to get into football shape and get acclimated to the offense. He’ll likely earn his way on the field at some point this season.

-- Quinshon Judkins Not Interested in Going Back to College --
Sat Aug 30, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports rookie RB Quinshon Judkins continues to be the only unsigned rookie from the 2025 draft class. A domestic violence arrest has him in limbo. Even though he won’t face formal charges, the NFL is investigating. And the Browns and Judkins have yet to resolve the situation. He could, in theory, try to return to college football. That said, Judkins is not considering that possibility.

-- Browns Sign Two to Practice Squad --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Cleveland Browns signed OG Cole Strange and WR Malachi Corley to their practice squad.

-- Dillon Gabriel Named QB2 for Browns --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Browns HC Kevin Stefanski says rookie QB Dillon Gabriel is the team’s backup quarterback behind starter QB Joe Flacco.

-- Deshaun Watson Stays on the PUP List --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson (Achilles) will remain on the reserve PUP list to begin the 2025 season. He is OUT 4+ games, but likely a lot more.

-- Browns Release Dustin Hopkins --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Cleveland Browns have released veteran PK Dustin Hopkins.

-- Browns Release Pierre Strong Jr. --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Cleveland Browns have released RB Pierre Strong Jr..

-- Browns Release Diontae Johnson --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Cleveland Browns have released veteran WR Diontae Johnson.

-- Browns Acquire K.T. Leveston --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns have acquired OG K.T. Leveston from the Los Angeles Rams in exchange for a 2028 seventh-round pick.

-- Browns Release DeAndre Carter --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Cleveland Browns have released WR DeAndre Carter.

-- Quinshon Judkins Suspension Watch --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports it’s possible a potential suspension for unsigned Cleveland Browns rookie RB Quinshon Judkins could come at roster cuts.

-- Browns Release Tony Brown --
Sun Aug 24, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Cleveland Browns have released veteran CB Tony Brown.

-- Kenny Pickett Expected to be Able to Play Week #1 --
Sun Aug 24, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Cleveland Browns HC Kevin Stefanski says he expects QB Kenny Pickett (hamstring) to be available to play against the Bengals in Week #1. Pickett recently began working his way back into practice after missing time with a hamstring injury.

-- Ethan Pocic Injures Knee --
Sat Aug 23, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Cleveland Browns C Ethan Pocic (knee) suffered a knee injury in today's game, was checked on the field and then walked to the locker room. The Browns announced that he will not return to the game.

-- Browns Set to Keep All Four QBs --
Sat Aug 23, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports the Browns keeping four quarterbacks on the roster has always been the plan.

-- Denzel Ward Day-to-Day --
Wed Aug 20, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Cleveland Browns CB Denzel Ward (shoulder) is day-to-day.

-- Denzel Ward Injures Shoulder --
Tue Aug 19, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Cleveland Browns CB Denzel Ward (shoulder) appeared to injure his right shoulder in a one-on-one drill on Tuesday. He was in obvious pain before walking inside unassisted. Later, it was determined that the injury is not believed to be serious, though Ward will undergo further testing to confirm.

-- Quinshon Judkins Remains Unsigned --
Mon Aug 18, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports though Cleveland Browns unsigned second-round draft pick RB Quinshon Judkins will not face any charges, he and the team still have been unable to reach a deal and may not until the end of any NFL investigation.

-- Joe Flacco Will Start Week #1 --
Mon Aug 18, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns have named QB Joe Flacco as the starting quarterback for Week #1 against the Bengals.

-- Browns Officially Sign Isaiah Bond --
Mon Aug 18, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Cleveland Browns have signed UDFA WR Isaiah Bond to a three-year, $3.018 million contract. THe deal si fully guaranteed.

-- Browns Set to Name Starting QB Shortly --
Sun Aug 17, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Cleveland Browns are expected to announce their starting quarterback for Week #1 shortly.

-- Dillon Gabriel Struggles Today --
Sat Aug 16, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Cleveland Browns rookie QB Dillon Gabriel completed 13-of-18 passes for 143 yards with no scores and an interception today against the Eagles. Gabriel also lost a fumble and took two sacks.

-- Dillon Gabriel Expected to Start Today --
Sat Aug 16, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Cleveland Browns rookie QB Dillon Gabriel (hamstring) is expected to start against the Eagles on Saturday.

-- Shedeur Sanders Watch --
Fri Aug 15, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns are cautiously optimistic that rookie QB Shedeur Sanders (oblique) can return to practice next week and play in the team’s preseason Week #3 game against the Rams.

-- Isaiah Bond Flying to Cleveland to Sign with Browns --
Fri Aug 15, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports undrafted rookie WR Isaiah Bond will fly to Cleveland on Saturday evening in order to finalize a contract with the team. Bond announced his intention to sign with the Browns on Thursday.

-- Browns Not Yet Sign Isaiah Bond --
Fri Aug 15, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Cleveland Browns have interest, but have yet to sign undrafted rookie WR Isaiah Bond.

-- Devin Bush's Trial Date Set --
Fri Aug 15, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Akron Beacon Journal reports Browns LB Devin Bush’s trial for his domestic violence case has been scheduled for December 2nd, 2025.

-- Browns Sign Isaiah Bond --
Thu Aug 14, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Cleveland Browns have signed undrafted rookie WR Isaiah Bond. Bond announced the signing on social media shortly after Schefter said the sexual assault case against former Texas WR Isaiah Bond has been no-billed and he faces no further criminal charges. Bond went undrafted out of Texas this year following his arrest and subsequent charges.

-- NFL to Continue to Investigate Quinshon Judkins --
Thu Aug 14, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the NFL will continue its own investigation” into Cleveland Browns rookie RB Quinshon Judkins’ misdemeanor domestic battery charge. It is unknown if is could result in a suspension.

-- No Formal Charges for Quinshon Judkins --
Thu Aug 14, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Cleveland Browns rookie RB Quinshon Judkins will not face any formal charges, as prosecutors have declined to move forward with the case. This clears the way for him to return to the team, and I’m told that should likely happen in the near future.

-- Dillon Gabriel Set to Fully Practice Thursday --
Thu Aug 14, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Cleveland Browns QB Dillon Gabriel (hamstring) is expected to fully practice on Thursday.

-- Day-to-Day Shedeur Sanders Unlikely to Play This Week --
Wed Aug 13, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Cleveland Browns say further testing revealed QB Shedeur Sanders (oblique) has an oblique strain and is considered day-to-day. He is not going to participate in Thursday’s joint practice with the Eagles and is unlikely to play in the preseason game between the two teams on Saturday.

-- Shedeur Sanders Injures Oblique --
Wed Aug 13, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Cleveland Browns QB Shedeur Sanders (oblique) suffered an oblique injury in Wednesday’s practice.

-- Myles Garrett Cited for Speeding --
Mon Aug 11, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Cleveland Browns DE Myles Garrett was cited for doing 100 mph in a 60 mph zone early Saturday morning.

-- Shedeur Sanders Very Productive in Debut --
Sat Aug 9, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Cleveland Browns rookie QB Shedeur Sanders completed 14-of-23 passes for 138 yards and two touchdowns and rushed four times for 19 yards in the Browns’ preseason Week #1 game against the Panthers.

-- Quinshon Judkins Waives Right to Speedy Trial --
Thu Aug 7, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

923theFan reports Cleveland Browns rookie RB Quinshon Judkins’ attorney files yesterday to waive Judkins’ right to a speedy trial, meaning the case could get pushed into early 2026.

-- Shedeur Sanders Will Start This Week --
Tue Aug 5, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports rookie QB Shedeur Sanders will start the Cleveland Browns’ first preseason game against the Panthers.

-- Joe Flacco Tops Browns Depth Chart --
Mon Aug 4, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Cleveland Browns veteran QB Joe Flacco is listed as the starter on the team's first unofficial depth chart.

-- Browns Sign Tyler Huntley --
Mon Aug 4, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Cleveland Browns have signed free-agent QB Tyler Huntley.

-- Dillon Gabriel Limited Monday --
Mon Aug 4, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports Cleveland Browns rookie QB Dillon Gabriel (hamstring) will be limited in practice on Monday due to hamstring tightness.

-- Browns Sign Trayveon Williams --
Mon Aug 4, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns have signed veteran free-agent RB Trayveon Williams.

-- Shedeur Sanders Returns to Practice --
Mon Aug 4, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Browns rookie QB Shedeur Sanders (arm soreness) returned to practice on Monday.

-- Shedeur Sanders Limited Saturday --
Sat Aug 2, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Browns rookie QB Shedeur Sanders (arm) missed team practice and did not throw due to arm soreness on Saturday.

-- Kenny Pickett Returns to a Limited Practice --
Fri Aug 1, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Cleveland Browns QB Kenny Pickett (hamstring) returned to practice in limited fashion on Friday.

-- Browns IR Martin Emerson; Release One --
Wed Jul 30, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Cleveland Browns have placed CB Martin Emerson (Achilles) on injured reserve and waived WR Michael Woods with an injury designation.

-- Dawand Jones Injured Wednesday --
Wed Jul 30, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Cleveland Browns OT Dawand Jones (undisclosed) rode a cart inside after suffering an injury during individual drills. The Plain Dealer adds the injury was heat-related.

-- Martin Emerson Jr. Lost for the Season --
Wed Jul 30, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Cleveland Browns CB Martin Emerson Jr. (Achilles) has indeed suffered a torn Achilles. He is lost for the season.

-- Martin Emerson Jr. Appears Lost for the Season --
Tue Jul 29, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Cleveland Browns CB Martin Emerson Jr. suffered an Achilles injury and the expectation is it’s a significant tear. If true, he would be lost for the season.

-- Martin Emerson Injures Leg --
Tue Jul 29, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Cleveland Browns CB Martin Emerson (leg) was carted off from today's practice. He didn’t put any weight on his left leg as he left the field.

-- Jerome Ford Limited Monday --
Mon Jul 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Cleveland Browns RB Jerome Ford (undisclosed) returned to a limited practice on Monday.

-- Kenny Pickett Day-to-Day --
Mon Jul 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Cleveland Browns QB Kenny Pickett (hamstring) is day-to-day after undergoing an MRI on his hamstring.

-- Kenny Pickett Injures Hamstring --
Sun Jul 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Cleveland Browns QB Kenny Pickett (hamstring) suffered a hamstring injury during Saturday’s training camp practice.

-- Jerome Ford Sits Saturday --
Sat Jul 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Cleveland Browns RB Jerome Ford (undisclosed) did not practice on Saturday, but the team says he is moving closer to returning to action.

-- Cedric Tillman Returns to Practice --
Sat Jul 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Cleveland Browns WR Cedric Tillman (calf) returned to practice on Saturday.

-- Cedric Tillman Injury Update --
Fri Jul 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports Cleveland Browns WR Cedric Tillman (calf) is believed to be okay following the injury to his lower left leg during today’s practice.

-- Cedric Tillman Injures Calf --
Fri Jul 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Cleveland Browns WR Cedric Tillman (calf) suffered an apparent calf injury on Friday.

-- Jerome Ford Sits Friday --
Fri Jul 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Cleveland Browns RB Jerome Ford (undisclosed) did not practice on Friday.

-- Jordan Hicks Retires --
Fri Jul 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Cleveland Browns LB Jordan Hicks has retired from the NFL after 10 seasons.

-- Browns Injury Update --
Thu Jul 24, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Cleveland Browns TE David Njoku will be at practice after missing the opening day of training camp, per HC Kevin Stefanski. LB Jordan Hicks (personal) and RB Jerome Ford will be out again. Stefanski said Ford is dealing with something from the last couple weeks but “he’ll be OK.”

-- Jerome Ford Atop the Depth Chart at This Time --
Wed Jul 23, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Browns HC Kevin Stefanski says it’s fair to say RB Jerome Ford is the team’s top running back right now.

-- Browns List Three --
Tue Jul 22, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Cleveland Browns official website reports the Browns have placed DT Mike Hall and QB Deshaun Watson (Achilles) on the Active Physically Unable to Perform list and WR David Bell on the Active Non-Football Injury list.

-- Quinshon Judkins Legal Watch --
Mon Jul 21, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Akron Beacon Journal reports the Broward County Clerk of Courts office has not issued the next court date for Browns rookie RB Quinshon Judkins in his legal issues stemming from his domestic battery arrest.

-- Quinshon Judkins Will Not Report with Rookies --
Fri Jul 18, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Browns rookie RB Quinshon Judkins (domestic violence charge) remains unsigned and won't report to training camp today with the rest of the rookies. He's focusing more on his legal matter right now and so are the Browns.

-- Browns in No Rush to Sign Quinshon Judkins --
Wed Jul 16, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports the Browns are in no rush to sign 2nd-roujnd draft pick RB Quinshon Judkins to his rookie contract or get him to camp on time. The team has stressed to Judkins and his agent that Judkins must make his domestic incident the high priority over football.

-- Quinshon Judkins Watch --
Tue Jul 15, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Cleveland Browns RB Quinshon Judkins (domestic violence charge) could be placed on paid leave after he signs his rookie contract.

-- Quinshon Judkins Released from Custody --
Mon Jul 14, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports after spending Saturday night in jail, Cleveland Browns rookie RB Quinshon Judkins has been released from custody. A judge set Judkins’s bond at $2,500 on a misdemeanor charge of domestic battery. His release comes with a requirement to have no contact with the alleged victim. He also is prohibited from having access to firearms. The case will continue. The NFL will consider potential discipline under the Personal Conduct Policy once the prosecution concludes. There’s still a chance Judkins will be placed on paid leave, given the nature of the alleged crime.

-- More on Quinshon Judkins' Arrest --
Sun Jul 13, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports an official with the Fort Lauderdale Police Department Media Relations Unit says... “On July 12th, at approximately 9 a.m., Fort Lauderdale Police Officers responded to the 1500 block of West Cypress Creek Road in reference to a delayed battery. Officers arrived on scene and spoke with the victim. During their preliminary investigation it was determined a battery had occurred. The officers made contact with the suspect and placed him into custody. He was transported to Broward County Main Jail. The suspect has been identified as Quinshon Judkins, DOB 10/29/2003 and has been charged with Misdemeanor Battery (Domestic) FSS 784.03-1a1.” Cleveland Browns rookie RB Quinshon Judkins was held overnight. He’s reportedly due to have an initial hearing on Sunday. Beyond whatever happens in the criminal justice system, Judkins eventually will be facing scrutiny from the NFL, under the Personal Conduct Policy. The baseline punishment for a battery is six games. That number can go down or up based on various factors. Judkins has yet to sign his rookie contract. He’s one of 30 second-round picks who have yet to come to terms, over the issue of guarantees.

-- Quinshon Judkins Arrested for Domestic Violence & Battery --
Sat Jul 12, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Cleveland Browns rookie RB Quinshon Judkins was arrested on a domestic violence and battery charge in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Saturday, according to the Fort Lauderdale Police department and Broward County arrest records. Judkins was still in jail as of Saturday night and scheduled to have his initial court appearance Sunday morning, according to court records. The Browns said they are "are aware and gathering more details," according to a team spokesperson.

-- Browns Not Exected to Trade Either Rookie QB --
Sun Jun 29, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns are unlikely to trade rookie QB Dillon Gabriel or QB Shedeur Sanders before the beginning of the regular season, even though neither of them is expected to win the starting job.

-- Dylan Sampson Watch --
Sat Jun 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Cleveland Browns rookie RB Dylan Sampson worked as both a running back and a receiver during minicamp, according to RBs coach Duce Staley. "Dylan is able to go play in the slot and also he's able to go and play on third down and maybe sprinkle in a little second down," Staley said.

-- Browns Make Player Moves --
Thu Jun 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Cleveland Browns have released DE Ogbo Okoronkwo and re-signed PK Andre Szmyt.

-- Joe Flacco Still the Favorite to Win the Browns QB Job --
Wed Jun 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports veteran QB Joe Flacco remains the favorite to win the Cleveland Browns’ starting quarterback job

-- Kenny Pickett to Start for the Browns? --
Wed Jun 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Cleveland Browns WR Diontae Johnson says he believes the team will start QB Kenny Pickett at quarterback. Johnson said, “I’ve been seeing Kenny going like right now with the ones...I think they are going to stick with him through the preseason.”

-- Shedeur Sanders Has Two Speeding Tickets --
Thu Jun 19, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

Cleveland.com reports Browns rookie QB Shedeur Sanders' citation for 101 mph came less than two weeks after another speeding ticket in the Cleveland area, and he failed to appear in court hours before the 101.

-- Shedeur Sanders Cited for Excessive Speeding --
Thu Jun 19, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Cleveland Browns rookie QB Shedeur Sanders was cited for speeding on Tuesday morning. Sanders was caught doing 101 miles per hour in a 60 MPH zone in Strongsville, Ohio. He must either pay a $250 fine for the fourth-degree misdemeanor or fight the ticket in Strongsville Mayor’s Court on July 3rd.

-- Harold Fannin Jr. a Long Term Project --
Tue Jun 17, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Cleveland Browns rookie TE Harold Fannin Jr. is considered more of a long-term project than an immediate contributor.

-- Diontae Johnson the Favorite to Win Slot Job --
Tue Jun 17, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Cleveland Browns WR Diontae Johnson is the clear favorite to win the slot receiver job.

-- Cedric Tillman Will Start in 2025 --
Sun Jun 15, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Cleveland Browns WR Cedric Tillman (undisclosed) is a locked-in starter when healthy.

-- Cedric Tillman Dinged --
Fri Jun 13, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Cleveland Browns WR Cedric Tillman (undisclosed) is sidelined at mandatory minicamp with what is believed to be a minor injury.

-- Diontae Johnson Shows for Minicamp --
Tue Jun 10, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Cleveland Browns WR Diontae Johnson is in attendance at mandatory minicamp.

-- Browns Sign 3rd-Rounder Dillon Gabriel --
Wed Jun 4, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns have signed 3rd-round draft pick QB Dillon Gabriel to a four-year contract.

-- Jedrick Wills Plans to Miss Some Real Games --
Mon Jun 2, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

FOX Sports’ Jordan Schultz reports veteran free-agent OT Jedrick Wills (knee) is planning to sit out a portion of the 2025 season due to his injured knee.

-- Joel Bitonio Retirement Watch --
Mon Jun 2, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Cleveland Browns OG Joel Bitonio says he’ll take his decision to retire on a year-to-year basis.

-- Jerome Ford Currently Atop the Depth Chart --
Sun Jun 1, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Chronicle-Telegram reports Cleveland Browns RB Jerome Ford was the first running back on the field during drills last week during OTAs. That was to be expected, but rookie RB Quinshon Judkins should emerge as the lead back for the team this season.

-- Joe Flacco the Favorite to Win the Browns QB Job --
Fri May 30, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports veteran QB Joe Flacco is the favorite to win the Cleveland Browns’ quarterback camp battle. Flacco throws the ball in a practice setting better than any of the other quarterbacks.

-- Browns Sign 1st-Rounder Mason Graham --
Tue May 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns and first-round pick DT Mason Graham have agreed to terms on his four-year, fully-guaranteed $40,874,191 contract.

-- Kevin Stefanski Speaks on the QB Situation --
Fri May 23, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN Cleveland reports Browns HC Kevin Stefanski says he’s told rookie QB Dillon Gabriel, QB Shedeur Sanders, QB Joe Flacco, and QB Kenny Pickett “don’t pay attention to where you are in line” because the order is not going to be a static one from one practice to another.” Stefanski also said that the four quarterbacks shouldn’t expect equal time in drills because their reps are going to be determined by what the team thinks each player needs and what they want to see from the players. “The big thing for us is making sure we give the guys enough reps that they need,” Stefanski said. “Making sure that they have enough — It’s twofold. They’re learning the system, they’re developing and we’re evaluating them. We’re finding out about them. It’s not going to be everybody gets 25 percent of the reps, that’s not how it’s gonna be. We want to give everybody enough reps where we can learn more about them and prepare them to get ready to play.”

-- Deshaun Watson Now Throwing, But... --
Mon May 19, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Browns QB Deshaun Watson (Achilles) is out of his walking boot and has progressed to throwing. Watson has reportedly been out of his walking boot for weeks and has progressed to throwing indoors at the team facility to both WR Jerry Jeudy and WR David Bell. That said, it's still very unlikely that he plays in 2025.

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