The Browns acquired Jeudy in a trade with the Denver Broncos earlier this month, giving up 2024 fifth-round and sixth-round picks. At the time, he was about to enter the fifth year of his rookie deal, which came with a salary of around $13 million.

The Browns didn’t disclose the financial terms of the agreement, but according to ESPN, Jeudy’s extension is worth $58 million and comes with $41 million in guaranteed money.

“When we acquired Jerry via trade this spring, it was with the vision that he would become a core member of our offense in 2024 and beyond,” Browns general manager Andrew Berry said in a statement announcing the extension. “He is a scheme-versatile receiver with high-level ability to separate against man coverage and a diverse number of ways to produce on the perimeter or in the slot.”

During his four years with the Broncos, who drafted him in the first round of 2020, Jerry Jeudy showed flashes of talent but arguably never got to fulfill his full potential in Denver. He has 211 catches, 3,053 yards, and 11 touchdowns as a pro. 

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According to Rapoport, Vrabel had already been working for the Browns for a while, being part of their team at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis.

Vrabel spent the past six years as the Titans’ head coach. During that time, he compiled a 54- 45 record while leading the franchise to two AFC South titles and three playoff appearances. His biggest success came in 2019 when the Titans made the AFC Championship Game.

Despite being viewed as one of the top coaches in the league, Vrabel, who was Coach of the Year in 2021, was fired by the Titans following two straight losing seasons. He was mentioned as a candidate for several head coaching vacancies since then, interviewing with the Atlanta Falcons and Los Angeles Chargers, but ended up remaining unemployed.

By joining the Browns, Vrabel gets an opportunity to stay involved in the NFL while waiting for a new opportunity. Also, he gets to work with Cleveland’s defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz, who worked under him in Tennessee and will be close to his hometown of Akron, Ohio.

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Heading to their first playoff game since 2020, the Browns previously suffered a 17-season playoff drought, failing to secure a playoff berth from 2003 until 2019. Alongside the Detroit Lions, Jacksonville Jaguars, and the Houston Texans, the Browns are one of four NFL teams to never make it to a Super Bowl.

“History, to us, doesn’t play a part in line making. We concentrate on the two teams, the way they are built and the way they are playing today,” DraftKings’ director of race and sports operations Johnny Avello explained. This season, however, the Browns have been a force to be reckoned with, finishing second in the AFC North with an 11-6 record.

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According to the Browns’ statement, Watson sustained an ankle and a shoulder injury in the first half of Sunday’s 33-31 win over the divisional rivals Baltimore Ravens. MRI tests on Monday revealed that the 28-year-old player has a high-ankle sprain and a “displaced fracture to the glenoid” in his throwing shoulder.

After consultations with Browns’ medical staff, Watson decided to undergo surgery in order to “avoid further structural damage” on his shoulder. He is expected to make a full recovery in time for the 2024 NFL season.

“I’m still in disbelief. I’m still trying to process all the information,” Watson told reporters on Wednesday. “I felt like we were turning a corner to really make a run and still believe we still will with the guys in this locker room. I just wanted to physically be a part of it. … It’s tough to try to wrap everything around my head right now.”

Deshaun Watson previously experienced issues with his throwing shoulders, being forced to miss four games earlier in the season. In six games he played, the Browns went 5-1, while Watson threw for 1,115 yards, seven touchdowns, and four passes.

In Watson’s absence, the Browns will turn to rookie Dorian Thompson-Robinson as their starter. Thompson-Robinson, a fifth-round pick out of UCLA, already has one start as a pro under his belt, filling in for Watson in Week 4 in a 28–3 loss to the Ravens.

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Playing with a backup quarterback in P.J. Walker, the Browns managed to get a scrappy 17-19 win thanks to big plays on the defensive end of the ball and by taking advantage of the 49ers’ mistakes. Cleveland improved to a 3-2 record to remain in a crowded race for a playoff spot in the AFC North.

The Browns did a great job in making 49ers’ quarterback Brock Purdy uncomfortable for the entire game. Purdy, who was undefeated in his first 10 regular-season games as a pro, finished with only 125 passing yards and one touchdown while throwing an interception.

The biggest moment of the game came in the final two minutes. The 49ers advanced the ball to Cleveland’s 23-yard line to set up a game-winning 41-yard field goal attempt. However, their standout kicker Jake Moody missed the kick, prompting a huge celebration on the Browns’ sideline.

The Browns will feel good about the win, especially considering that they got it without playing well on the offense. That is expected to change next week when they get their starting quarterback Deshaun Watson back.

“The truth is, we’re a good football team,” said Browns coach Kevin Stefanski after the game. “We’re not perfect, we know that. But we fought like crazy, and I’m just proud of so many guys.”

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Hunt will reportedly join the Browns until the end of the 2023 campaign and will earn around $4 million in salary and incentives.

Hunt spent the past four seasons in Cleveland, rushing for 1,847 yards and 16 touchdowns in 49 games. He also added 132 receptions for 973 yards and seven TDs during the same period.

Following an underwhelming 2022 campaign, the Browns decided not to resign Hunt. The 28-year-old player attracted interest from multiple teams in free agency, including the New Orleans Saints and the Indianapolis Colts, but decided to wait for a better opportunity. Now that opportunity arrived with his old team, and former Pro Bowler didn’t hesitate to take it.

Browns’ head coach, Kevin Stefanski, already confirmed that second-year back Jerome Ford will be the focal point of the team’s running game moving forward. However, Hunt should get his fair share of touches thanks to his experience and familiarity with the offensive system, as well as his impact in the receiving game.

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Speaking with reports at a charity golf tournament on Tuesday, Watson said that he is hoping Hopkins will consider a reunion in Cleveland after the two previously shared a locker room with the Houston Texans. Hopkins is currently a free agent, having been released by the Arizona Cardinals last week.

“Of course, we would love to have him,” Watson shared.

However, Watson admitted that there is only so much he can do to make it happen.

“He knows that we had a lot of connections, but that’s kind of out of my range of things,” he added. “So all I can do is make a call and see what happens and let AB (Browns’ general manager Andrew Berry) do the rest.”

It remains to be seen whether Watson gets his wish, although it seems highly unlikely at the moment. The Browns are currently in a tough salary cap position and would have to get really creative to offer Hopkins the kind of contract he wants. They also face tough competition, with teams like the Buffalo Bills and the Kansas City Chiefs also being interested in veterans.

Watson and Hopkins played two full seasons together in Houston and showed a great connection. Hopkins had 100+ catches and 1,100+ receiving yards while earning First-Team All-Pro nods in both of those seasons.

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Jones hasn’t played at all this season, spending the first five weeks on the injured reserve. It was rumored that Atlanta had been looking to move him for a while now. The 28-year-old had 137 tackles, 2.0 sacks, six pass deflections, and one forced fumble last season.

During Monday’s conference, the Browns’ head coach Kevin Stefanski also confirmed Jones’ arrival, saying he’ll soon be joining the team.

“Just felt like we could add a veteran linebacker to the group,” said Stefanski. “Thought it was the right thing to do.”

The Browns could use all the help at LB they can get. The team previously lost veteran Anthony Walker Jr. to a season-ending quadriceps injury, while the rest of the group hasn’t looked convincing at all.

Deion Jones was Atlanta’s second-round pick in 2016. He was a consistent performer since his rookie year for the Falcons, but the new team regime didn’t exactly see him fit for their long-term plan. Jones, who was a Pro Bowler in 2017, has 652 career tackles with 8.5 sacks, 44 pass deflections, 11 interceptions, and five defensive touchdowns.

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Hunt is reportedly unhappy because he wants a new contract. The 27-year-old player has one year remaining on his 2-year, $12 million deal and believes he’s up for a raise. Besides the trade request, he also tried to pressure the Browns by skipping two days of practice. 

The Browns reportedly swiftly denied the request, but the issue will probably persist until they either pay Hunt or trade him. In case they opt for the latter, there shouldn’t be a lack of suitors for the 2017’s NFL rushing yards leader.

Hunt only played eight games in 2022 due to a calf injury. However, when healthy, he showed he could be one of the most dynamic rushers in the league. He especially developed a good partnership with fellow Browns back Nick Chubb, forming one of the best backfields in the league. 

“He’s my best friend on and off the field,” said Chubb after hearing the news about Hunt’s trade request. “I couldn’t imagine playing without him. I want him to be here. Whatever they gotta do to keep him here.”

Hunt entered the league in 2017 as the Kansas City Chiefs’ third-round selection. Since then, he has totaled 3,557 yards on the ground and 28 rushing touchdowns. The Toledo product is also a formidable weapon in the passing game, having 176 career receptions for 1,596 yards and 16 TDs.

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Mayfield admitted that the Browns pursuing his replacement while he’s still on their roster made him feel “disrespected.”

“I feel disrespected 100%,” Mayfield shared. “Because I was told one thing, and they completely did the other.”

Mayfield previously insisted that the Watson deal caught him off guard because the franchise assured him he’s still their No. 1 choice. On the other hand, Cleveland’s general manager Andrew Berry told reporters that the organization told Mayfield they could pursue a veteran QB if one becomes available.

During the interview, Mayfield also briefly discussed his future. He said he still has no clue where he’ll play next season but admitted that the Seattle Seahawks are the most probable option.

The Cleveland Browns took Baker Mayfield with their first overall pick in 2018. Mayfield’s arrival coincided with the team’s return to relevance after they have been the laughingstock of the lead for the better part of the past two decades. After uneven first two seasons in the league, the Oklahoma product led the franchise to an 11-5 record and playoff appearance in 2019. 

However, Mayfield was not as successful last season. He struggled with a shoulder injury, passing for career-low 3,010 yards and 17 touchdowns. The Browns finished 6-8 with him as a starter, causing the front office to reconsider their commitment to him and eventually get involved in the Watson sweepstakes.

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The Browns acquired Jeudy in a trade with the Denver Broncos earlier this month, giving up 2024 fifth-round and sixth-round picks. At the time, he was about to enter the fifth year of his rookie deal, which came with a salary of around $13 million.

The Browns didn’t disclose the financial terms of the agreement, but according to ESPN, Jeudy’s extension is worth $58 million and comes with $41 million in guaranteed money.

“When we acquired Jerry via trade this spring, it was with the vision that he would become a core member of our offense in 2024 and beyond,” Browns general manager Andrew Berry said in a statement announcing the extension. “He is a scheme-versatile receiver with high-level ability to separate against man coverage and a diverse number of ways to produce on the perimeter or in the slot.”

During his four years with the Broncos, who drafted him in the first round of 2020, Jerry Jeudy showed flashes of talent but arguably never got to fulfill his full potential in Denver. He has 211 catches, 3,053 yards, and 11 touchdowns as a pro. 

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According to Rapoport, Vrabel had already been working for the Browns for a while, being part of their team at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis.

Vrabel spent the past six years as the Titans’ head coach. During that time, he compiled a 54- 45 record while leading the franchise to two AFC South titles and three playoff appearances. His biggest success came in 2019 when the Titans made the AFC Championship Game.

Despite being viewed as one of the top coaches in the league, Vrabel, who was Coach of the Year in 2021, was fired by the Titans following two straight losing seasons. He was mentioned as a candidate for several head coaching vacancies since then, interviewing with the Atlanta Falcons and Los Angeles Chargers, but ended up remaining unemployed.

By joining the Browns, Vrabel gets an opportunity to stay involved in the NFL while waiting for a new opportunity. Also, he gets to work with Cleveland’s defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz, who worked under him in Tennessee and will be close to his hometown of Akron, Ohio.

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Heading to their first playoff game since 2020, the Browns previously suffered a 17-season playoff drought, failing to secure a playoff berth from 2003 until 2019. Alongside the Detroit Lions, Jacksonville Jaguars, and the Houston Texans, the Browns are one of four NFL teams to never make it to a Super Bowl.

“History, to us, doesn’t play a part in line making. We concentrate on the two teams, the way they are built and the way they are playing today,” DraftKings’ director of race and sports operations Johnny Avello explained. This season, however, the Browns have been a force to be reckoned with, finishing second in the AFC North with an 11-6 record.

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According to the Browns’ statement, Watson sustained an ankle and a shoulder injury in the first half of Sunday’s 33-31 win over the divisional rivals Baltimore Ravens. MRI tests on Monday revealed that the 28-year-old player has a high-ankle sprain and a “displaced fracture to the glenoid” in his throwing shoulder.

After consultations with Browns’ medical staff, Watson decided to undergo surgery in order to “avoid further structural damage” on his shoulder. He is expected to make a full recovery in time for the 2024 NFL season.

“I’m still in disbelief. I’m still trying to process all the information,” Watson told reporters on Wednesday. “I felt like we were turning a corner to really make a run and still believe we still will with the guys in this locker room. I just wanted to physically be a part of it. … It’s tough to try to wrap everything around my head right now.”

Deshaun Watson previously experienced issues with his throwing shoulders, being forced to miss four games earlier in the season. In six games he played, the Browns went 5-1, while Watson threw for 1,115 yards, seven touchdowns, and four passes.

In Watson’s absence, the Browns will turn to rookie Dorian Thompson-Robinson as their starter. Thompson-Robinson, a fifth-round pick out of UCLA, already has one start as a pro under his belt, filling in for Watson in Week 4 in a 28–3 loss to the Ravens.

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Playing with a backup quarterback in P.J. Walker, the Browns managed to get a scrappy 17-19 win thanks to big plays on the defensive end of the ball and by taking advantage of the 49ers’ mistakes. Cleveland improved to a 3-2 record to remain in a crowded race for a playoff spot in the AFC North.

The Browns did a great job in making 49ers’ quarterback Brock Purdy uncomfortable for the entire game. Purdy, who was undefeated in his first 10 regular-season games as a pro, finished with only 125 passing yards and one touchdown while throwing an interception.

The biggest moment of the game came in the final two minutes. The 49ers advanced the ball to Cleveland’s 23-yard line to set up a game-winning 41-yard field goal attempt. However, their standout kicker Jake Moody missed the kick, prompting a huge celebration on the Browns’ sideline.

The Browns will feel good about the win, especially considering that they got it without playing well on the offense. That is expected to change next week when they get their starting quarterback Deshaun Watson back.

“The truth is, we’re a good football team,” said Browns coach Kevin Stefanski after the game. “We’re not perfect, we know that. But we fought like crazy, and I’m just proud of so many guys.”

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Hunt will reportedly join the Browns until the end of the 2023 campaign and will earn around $4 million in salary and incentives.

Hunt spent the past four seasons in Cleveland, rushing for 1,847 yards and 16 touchdowns in 49 games. He also added 132 receptions for 973 yards and seven TDs during the same period.

Following an underwhelming 2022 campaign, the Browns decided not to resign Hunt. The 28-year-old player attracted interest from multiple teams in free agency, including the New Orleans Saints and the Indianapolis Colts, but decided to wait for a better opportunity. Now that opportunity arrived with his old team, and former Pro Bowler didn’t hesitate to take it.

Browns’ head coach, Kevin Stefanski, already confirmed that second-year back Jerome Ford will be the focal point of the team’s running game moving forward. However, Hunt should get his fair share of touches thanks to his experience and familiarity with the offensive system, as well as his impact in the receiving game.

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Speaking with reports at a charity golf tournament on Tuesday, Watson said that he is hoping Hopkins will consider a reunion in Cleveland after the two previously shared a locker room with the Houston Texans. Hopkins is currently a free agent, having been released by the Arizona Cardinals last week.

“Of course, we would love to have him,” Watson shared.

However, Watson admitted that there is only so much he can do to make it happen.

“He knows that we had a lot of connections, but that’s kind of out of my range of things,” he added. “So all I can do is make a call and see what happens and let AB (Browns’ general manager Andrew Berry) do the rest.”

It remains to be seen whether Watson gets his wish, although it seems highly unlikely at the moment. The Browns are currently in a tough salary cap position and would have to get really creative to offer Hopkins the kind of contract he wants. They also face tough competition, with teams like the Buffalo Bills and the Kansas City Chiefs also being interested in veterans.

Watson and Hopkins played two full seasons together in Houston and showed a great connection. Hopkins had 100+ catches and 1,100+ receiving yards while earning First-Team All-Pro nods in both of those seasons.

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Jones hasn’t played at all this season, spending the first five weeks on the injured reserve. It was rumored that Atlanta had been looking to move him for a while now. The 28-year-old had 137 tackles, 2.0 sacks, six pass deflections, and one forced fumble last season.

During Monday’s conference, the Browns’ head coach Kevin Stefanski also confirmed Jones’ arrival, saying he’ll soon be joining the team.

“Just felt like we could add a veteran linebacker to the group,” said Stefanski. “Thought it was the right thing to do.”

The Browns could use all the help at LB they can get. The team previously lost veteran Anthony Walker Jr. to a season-ending quadriceps injury, while the rest of the group hasn’t looked convincing at all.

Deion Jones was Atlanta’s second-round pick in 2016. He was a consistent performer since his rookie year for the Falcons, but the new team regime didn’t exactly see him fit for their long-term plan. Jones, who was a Pro Bowler in 2017, has 652 career tackles with 8.5 sacks, 44 pass deflections, 11 interceptions, and five defensive touchdowns.

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Hunt is reportedly unhappy because he wants a new contract. The 27-year-old player has one year remaining on his 2-year, $12 million deal and believes he’s up for a raise. Besides the trade request, he also tried to pressure the Browns by skipping two days of practice. 

The Browns reportedly swiftly denied the request, but the issue will probably persist until they either pay Hunt or trade him. In case they opt for the latter, there shouldn’t be a lack of suitors for the 2017’s NFL rushing yards leader.

Hunt only played eight games in 2022 due to a calf injury. However, when healthy, he showed he could be one of the most dynamic rushers in the league. He especially developed a good partnership with fellow Browns back Nick Chubb, forming one of the best backfields in the league. 

“He’s my best friend on and off the field,” said Chubb after hearing the news about Hunt’s trade request. “I couldn’t imagine playing without him. I want him to be here. Whatever they gotta do to keep him here.”

Hunt entered the league in 2017 as the Kansas City Chiefs’ third-round selection. Since then, he has totaled 3,557 yards on the ground and 28 rushing touchdowns. The Toledo product is also a formidable weapon in the passing game, having 176 career receptions for 1,596 yards and 16 TDs.

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Mayfield admitted that the Browns pursuing his replacement while he’s still on their roster made him feel “disrespected.”

“I feel disrespected 100%,” Mayfield shared. “Because I was told one thing, and they completely did the other.”

Mayfield previously insisted that the Watson deal caught him off guard because the franchise assured him he’s still their No. 1 choice. On the other hand, Cleveland’s general manager Andrew Berry told reporters that the organization told Mayfield they could pursue a veteran QB if one becomes available.

During the interview, Mayfield also briefly discussed his future. He said he still has no clue where he’ll play next season but admitted that the Seattle Seahawks are the most probable option.

The Cleveland Browns took Baker Mayfield with their first overall pick in 2018. Mayfield’s arrival coincided with the team’s return to relevance after they have been the laughingstock of the lead for the better part of the past two decades. After uneven first two seasons in the league, the Oklahoma product led the franchise to an 11-5 record and playoff appearance in 2019. 

However, Mayfield was not as successful last season. He struggled with a shoulder injury, passing for career-low 3,010 yards and 17 touchdowns. The Browns finished 6-8 with him as a starter, causing the front office to reconsider their commitment to him and eventually get involved in the Watson sweepstakes.

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