Browns Sign Bailey Zappe After Watson Injury

The Cleveland Browns have signed quarterback Bailey Zappe off the Kansas City Chiefs' practice squad following Deshaun Watson's season-ending Achilles injury. Zappe, a fourth-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, previously played for the New England Patriots where he completed 63.2% of his passes with 11 touchdowns and 12 interceptions over two seasons. With Watson out and Dorian Thompson-Robinson also injured, Jameis Winston is likely to start in an upcoming game against the Baltimore Ravens. Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski remains noncommittal about Watson's future, emphasizing the need for recovery and rehabilitation. Cleveland's current record stands at a dismal 1-6, raising concerns about their playoff prospects. The team is at a critical juncture as they seek to improve performance with a reshuffled quarterback lineup.