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Update: Browns Actually Received Closer To $25M In Cap Relief From Deshaun Watson Insurance

Pro Football Talk has corrected a previous report about how much salary cap relief the Browns received from an insurance policy they took out on QB Deshaun Watson‘s mega-contract. PFT initially reported the figure was almost $89 million.

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Browns reporter shares new Deshaun Watson concern amid Shedeur Sanders competition

Watson hasn't taken an in-game snap since he suffered a torn Achilles tendon in October 2024, as he later needed another surgery after he reinjured the Achilles.

Browns' Shedeur Sanders reveals clear goal amid competition vs. Deshaun Watson

How Shedeur Sanders reportedly impressed Browns while closing gap in QB competition vs. Deshaun Watson

Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson QB competition dubbed a 'problem'

The 'Fewest passing-yards by a Pro Bowler' quiz

Myles Garrett News / A to Z Sports / July 8

NFL personnel drops unfortunate reminder about what the loss of Myles Garrett really means for the Cleveland Browns

Trading Myles Garrett was a big move for the Cleveland Browns that could make or break them in the future. NFL folks are speaking on what it means for them on the field.

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The '100-rushing-yard NFL QBs' quiz

In the Super Bowl era (1966 to present) of the NFL, a total of 30 QBs have rushed for 100 yards or more in a regular-season game. How many of the 30 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL's 4,500-yard passers' quiz

The 'Passing + Rushing TD playoff games' quiz

The 'NFL 250-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 first-round NFL picks that left fans confused

The NFL Draft always delivers many twists and turns that leave fans and analysts scratching their heads. This list isn't looking at hindsight and finding the biggest busts in history.

Cleveland Browns News / Viral Sports News / July 7

Browns QB Shedeur Sanders’ Biggest Problem Might Not be Fixable

Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders is one of the most polarizing figures in the NFL. Initially viewed as a first-round pick heading into the 2025 NFL Draft, Sanders fell all the way to the fifth round, where the Browns traded up to land him.

Deshaun Watson News / Cleveland Browns on SI / July 7

Browns Set To Receive Salary Cap Credits Due to Watson Injuries

The Cleveland Browns are set to gain close to $89 million in salary cap credits due to Deshaun Watson's lengthy injury history with the team, according to Mike Florio.

Denzel Boston News / Pro Football Rumors / July 7

Browns ‘Strongly Considered’ Drafting Denzel Boston At No. 24

The Browns reeled in former Washington wide receiver Denzel Boston with the 39th overall pick in the draft, but they nearly took him far earlier. General manager Andrew Berry & Co.

Dillon Gabriel News / ClevelandBrownsCommunity / July 7

3 NFL franchises that could be a suitable destination for Dillon Gabriel

With the training camp fast approaching, the Cleveland Browns’ quarterback battle between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders has taken all of the spotlight this offseason.

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / July 7

Analyst sends warning to Browns about future of Shedeur Sanders

One analyst isn't particularly enthused about Sanders' long-term prospects.

Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson QB competition dubbed a 'problem'

Browns' Shedeur Sanders reveals clear goal amid competition vs. Deshaun Watson

How Shedeur Sanders reportedly impressed Browns while closing gap in QB competition vs. Deshaun Watson

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / July 7

How Sanders reportedly impressed Browns while closing gap in QB competition

How Shedeur Sanders reportedly impressed Browns while closing gap in QB competition vs. Deshaun Watson

Both Sanders and Watson should take plenty of snaps when the Browns open the preseason with a game at the Chicago Bears on Aug. 15.

Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson QB competition dubbed a 'problem'

Browns' Shedeur Sanders reveals clear goal amid competition vs. Deshaun Watson

Cleveland Browns News / ClevelandBrownsCommunity / July 7

Browns continue to be bottom of the barrel as ESPN issue official starter rankings

Franchise owner Jimmy Haslam promised fans that the Cleveland Browns would improve this season. The team has undergone many changes since, and yet experts don’t have faith that they will. “Biggest weakness: Quarterback,” Mike Clay of ESPN wrote.

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The '2026 National League All-Stars' quiz

The 'Most MLB All-Star Games' quiz

The 'Wimbledon men's champions' quiz

The 'NBA Playoff-3's leaders' quiz

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / July 7

Browns' Sanders reveals clear goal amid competition vs. Watson

Browns' Shedeur Sanders reveals clear goal amid competition vs. Deshaun Watson

Once Browns players end their summer breaks and report for training camp, the competition for the team's starting quarterback job between Watson and Sanders will likely become one of the top summer storylines in the NFL.

Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson QB competition dubbed a 'problem'

Cleveland Browns News / ClevelandBrownsCommunity / July 7