Cleveland Browns get a huge update on star running back
The NFL has one more pivotal stop before the 2026 NFL Draft: the NFL League Meetings, which are taking place in Arizona this week. Team owners, executives, and head coaches will participate in meetings throughout the week and speak with the media. On Monday, Cleveland Browns general manager Andrew Berry provided several updates on the roster.
Among the topics discussed was star running back Quinshon Judkins. MORE: 49ers GM John Lynch addresses viral electric substation conspiracies Berry offered a significant update on the former Ohio State product. Judkins appears closer than ever to making his return, just months after suffering a gruesome, season-ending injury.
He fractured his leg and injured his ankle in a late-season matchup against the Buffalo Bills. The heartbreaking moment dealt a major blow to what had been a strong rookie campaign. MORE: Vikings announce tragic death of six-time NFL Pro Bowler Judkins took over the reins at running back following the departure of Browns legend Nick Chubb, who joined the Houston Texans after the 2024 season.
Dec 7, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins (10) runs with the ball as Tennessee Titans cornerback Darrell Baker Jr. (39) defends during the third quarter at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images During his 2025 rookie campaign, Judkins recorded 827 rushing yards and seven touchdowns.
Now, he aims to return to form and build on the promise that made him a high draft pick. The Browns selected Judkins 36th overall in the 2025 NFL Draft. Evaluators viewed him as a Day 1 or early Day 2 prospect, and he showed every bit of the potential the Browns expected.