Overview

• Jerome Ford agreed to reduce his 2025 salary from $3.486 million to $1.75 million, securing his spot in Cleveland’s reshaped backfield.
• The Browns selected running backs Quinshon Judkins and Dylan Sampson in the 2025 NFL Draft to revamp their running game.
• Nick Chubb, a four-time Pro Bowler and third in franchise rushing history, is expected to seek a new team after limited playing time due to injuries.
• Cleveland’s decision reflects a shift toward younger, cost-controlled players to manage salary cap pressures and enhance roster flexibility.
• Judkins and Sampson bring complementary skills, with the Browns viewing them as a dynamic duo capable of reinvigorating their offense.