Cleveland Browns Sign Veteran QB Bailey Zappe To Practice Squad After Kenny Pickett Trade

The Cleveland Browns have signed quarterback Bailey Zappe to their practice squad following their trade of Kenny Pickett to the Las Vegas Raiders, bringing their quarterback room to four players: Joe Flacco, Dillon Gabriel, Shedeur Sanders, and Zappe. Zappe, a 26-year-old former fourth-round pick by the New England Patriots, played one game for the Browns last season and has career totals of over 2,200 passing yards with 12 touchdowns and 14 interceptions. While Zappe is unlikely to see significant playing time in 2025, his familiarity with the Browns' offense makes him a valuable depth option behind Flacco and Gabriel, who have been named starter and primary backup respectively. Shedeur Sanders remains the emergency quarterback, with his spot on the depth chart somewhat uncertain after a mixed preseason performance. The Browns' quarterback situation continues to be a focal point of their offseason moves as they prepare for their season opener against the Cincinnati Bengals on September 7.