The Cleveland Browns are poised to enter the offseason looking for a new quarterback, particularly with Deshaun Watson's injury casting doubt over his availability for the 2025 season. With Watson's Achilles injury worsening, the Browns have several potential candidates to consider as they search for a reliable starter.
Free agents like Sam Darnold, Russell Wilson, Justin Fields, and Jimmy Garoppolo are among the options available. Darnold, coming off a strong season with the Minnesota Vikings, could be a prime target if he doesn't re-sign. Wilson and Fields, currently with the Pittsburgh Steelers, also present intriguing possibilities, especially if the Browns want to revitalize Fields' potential.
Other veterans like Kirk Cousins, who has a history with coach Kevin Stefanski, and Aaron Rodgers, likely leaving the New York Jets, can also be considered. The option to trade for Geno Smith from the Seattle Seahawks or draft a rookie quarterback, with the Browns holding the No. 2 overall pick, adds to their strategy.
