The Cleveland Browns have traded for quarterback Kenny Pickett from the Philadelphia Eagles, sending a 2025 fifth-round pick and Dorian Thompson-Robinson in return. This move comes as the Browns prepare for a season without Deshaun Watson, who is expected to miss significant time following an Achilles injury. With limited salary cap space, the Browns were proactive in pursuing a viable backup option.

Picked by the Steelers in the first round of the 2022 draft, Pickett has shown potential, completing 62.6% of his passes in 14 starts for Pittsburgh. Last season, he backed up Jalen Hurts, making one start and throwing for 291 yards and two touchdowns.