Browns Sign Bailey Zappe as Quarterback

The Cleveland Browns are facing significant challenges after quarterback Deshaun Watson suffered a season-ending ruptured Achilles tendon during their recent loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. In response, the team has signed quarterback Bailey Zappe from the Kansas City Chiefs practice squad to bolster their options, with Jameis Winston likely starting against the Baltimore Ravens. Dorian Thompson-Robinson, initially positioned as the backup, is also dealing with a finger injury, leaving Winston and Zappe as the primary options. Winston, a former No. 1 overall pick, expressed his readiness to step up as a starter after being thrust into action following Watson's injury. The Browns' season is in turmoil, with just one win in seven games, raising questions about their future direction. This situation has intensified scrutiny on the organization's decision to invest heavily in Watson amid ongoing controversies surrounding his past.