Cleveland Browns Face Quarterback and Cap Challenges

The Cleveland Browns are facing financial challenges as they head into 2025, largely due to Deshaun Watson's staggering $72.9 million cap hit, alongside other costly contracts like Jack Conklin's $19.5 million cap hit. With 16 players on expiring contracts, General Manager Andrew Berry must navigate potential free agency moves, including the uncertain future of wide receiver Elijah Moore, who might attract interest from the Philadelphia Eagles. Meanwhile, Jameis Winston has provided a spark as the starting quarterback following Watson's season-ending injury, leading the team to a 2-2 record. However, reports suggest the Browns may consider benching Winston in favor of Dorian Thompson-Robinson to evaluate his potential for the future. Winston, who has expressed a desire to remain with the team, has completed 62.2% of his passes with seven touchdowns, while Thompson-Robinson's performance has been lackluster. The Browns' decisions in the offseason will be critical as they look to rebuild and regain competitiveness in the league.