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Quinshon Judkins Signs $11.4M Deal, Faces Season Opener Uncertainty

9/6/2025

Summary

Story summary

Quinshon Judkins signed a fully guaranteed four-year contract worth $11.4 million with the Cleveland Browns, completing all 2025 draft picks' deals.
He is unlikely to play in the season opener against the Cincinnati Bengals due to missed training camp and ongoing NFL investigations.
Judkins faced misdemeanor battery charges from July, but prosecutors declined to pursue the case due to insufficient evidence.
The Browns will receive a two-game roster exemption for Judkins, allowing him to practice without affecting the active roster.
His debut may occur in Week 2, depending on NFL disciplinary outcomes and team integration.

History

Historical Context

The rivalry between the Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Bengals began in 1980, highlighted by the Browns' 12-4 season led by quarterback Brian Sipe. This competitive spirit intensified with the Bengals' emergence, particularly after the Browns' controversial relocation to Baltimore in 1996. Today, the rivalry continues to shape team strategies and fan expectations, as seen in recent matchups featuring quarterbacks Joe Flacco and Joe Burrow.

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Story summary

Quinshon Judkins signed a fully guaranteed four-year contract worth $11.4 million with the Cleveland Browns, completing all 2025 draft picks' deals.
He is unlikely to play in the season opener against the Cincinnati Bengals due to missed training camp and ongoing NFL investigations.
Judkins faced misdemeanor battery charges from July, but prosecutors declined to pursue the case due to insufficient evidence.
The Browns will receive a two-game roster exemption for Judkins, allowing him to practice without affecting the active roster.
His debut may occur in Week 2, depending on NFL disciplinary outcomes and team integration.

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