Browns Sign Veteran Safety Rayshawn Jenkins from Seahawks

The Cleveland Browns have bolstered their defensive backfield by signing veteran safety Rayshawn Jenkins, who spent the 2024 season with the Seattle Seahawks before being released. Jenkins, a 31-year-old with eight years of NFL experience and a career that includes stints with the Chargers and Jaguars, contributed 53 tackles, two sacks, and a 102-yard fumble recovery touchdown during his time with Seattle. His signing follows the Browns' acquisition of safety Damontae Kazee, aiming to add veteran presence and improve their pass defense, especially with Rodney McLeod unsigned and possibly retiring. Jenkins had visited the Browns as a free agent earlier this offseason, and his deal is expected to be a low-cost investment to strengthen Cleveland's safety room that also includes Grant Delpit and Ronnie Hickman. The Browns are focusing on fortifying their secondary after a pass defense that, while improved last season, still has room for growth. Jenkins’ extensive experience and past performance should provide valuable depth and competition in the Browns’ secondary for the 2025 season.