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Dec 15, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Jameis Winston (5) calls signals against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first quarter at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images

Jameis Winston goes from QB1 to inactive for Browns

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Jameis Winston won’t be backing up new starting quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson for the Cleveland Browns at the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday.

The Browns (3-11) listed Winston on the inactive list as the emergency third quarterback. The quarterback was questionable on Friday’s injury report with a right shoulder injury after being a full participant in practice on Wednesday and limited the following two days.

Winston is 2-5 as Cleveland’s starter this season.

Bailey Zappe, who went 4-4 as a starter for the New England Patriots over the past two seasons, will back up Thompson-Robinson. Zappe hasn’t played in a game with the Browns.

Tight end David Njoku is active without an injury designation. He was listed as questionable due to a hamstring injury on Friday’s report.

Also out for the Browns on Sunday are wide receiver Cedric Tillman, cornerbacks Kahlef Hailassie and Chigozie Anusiem, and defensive linemen Shelby Harris and Cameron Thomas.

For the Bengals (6-8), standout defensive end Sam Hubbard is out Sunday due to a PCL injury that could end his season. Also inactive are quarterback Logan Woodside, wide receiver Charlie Jones, offensive lineman Orlando Brown Jr., tight end Tanner Hudson and defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins.

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Oct 27, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson (17) throws the ball during warm ups before the game against the Baltimore Ravens at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images

Reports: Browns turn to Dorian Thompson-Robinson at QB

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Dorian Thompson-Robinson will take over at quarterback for the Cleveland Browns in place of Jameis Winston, beginning with Sunday’s road game against the , Cincinnati Bengals, multiple outlets reported Tuesday.

Thompson-Robinson, a fifth-round draft pick in 2023 out of UCLA, has come off the bench in four games this season, completing 15 of 34 passes for 100 yards and three interceptions.

The 25-year-old made starts in three of his eight appearances as a rookie last season, completing 53.6 percent of his passes for 440 yards, one touchdown and four interceptions. A concussion led to Joe Flacco taking over in Week 14.

In addition to the concussion, Thompson-Robinson dealt with shoulder and hip injuries in 2023.

Known for his mobility, Thompson-Robinson has 125 yards rushing in 20 attempts the past two seasons.

Taking over for an injured Deshaun Watson in Week 8, Winston went 2-5 as Cleveland’s starter. He has completed 61.1 percent of his passes this season for 2,121 yards, 13 touchdowns and 12 interceptions. Eight of those picks have come in the past three weeks as the Browns went 0-3.

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Nov 3, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Jameis Winston (5) looks to throw the ball during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Chargers at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images

Browns’ Jameis Winston remains QB1 after bye week

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Jameis Winston remains the starting quarterback for the Cleveland Browns coming off their bye week, coach Kevin Stefanski confirmed Monday.

The Browns (2-7) return to action this Sunday against the host New Orleans Saints (3-7), the team that employed Winston for the four previous seasons.

Winston is 1-1 as the starter since the Browns lost Deshaun Watson to a season-ending Achilles injury in Week 7. He guided a 29-24 upset of the Baltimore Ravens in Week 8 but threw three interceptions in a 27-10 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 9.

Winston, 30, has completed 59 of 99 passes for 652 yards with five touchdowns and three picks in seven games (two starts) this season.

Drafted No. 1 overall by Tampa Bay in 2015, he has thrown for 22,756 yards, 146 TDs and 102 interceptions in 100 games (82 starts) for the Buccaneers (2015-19), Saints (2020-23) and Browns.

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Oct 27, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Jameis Winston (5) runs back to the locker room after defeating the Baltimore Ravens at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images

Browns name Jameis Winston starting QB

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The Browns named Jameis Winston the starting quarterback for Week 9 on Monday, fresh off his 334-yard effort in Cleveland’s upset of the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday.

Browns coach Kevin Stefanski made the announcement Monday.

Winston, 30, got the nod on Sunday over Dorian Thompson-Robinson, who was coming back from a finger injury, and he made the most of it. Winston finished 27-for-41 with three touchdowns and a quarterback rating of 115.3 to rally the Browns past the Ravens, 29-24.

Winston hit Cedric Tillman with a 38-yard TD pass with 59 seconds left to end a five-game winning streak for the Ravens, who entered as a 7.5-point favorite.

The Browns signed Winston to a one-year, $4 million deal in March as insurance for starter Deshaun Watson and Thompson-Robinson. Watson is done for the season with an Achilles injury and Thompson-Robinson’s finger injury opened the door for Winston.

Winston is 35-46 for his career as a starter and has thrown for 22,521 yards and 145 TDs against 99 interceptions. He was selected No. 1 overall by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the 2015 draft.

QB Bailey Zappe is also on the active roster.

The Browns (2-6) host the Los Angeles Chargers (4-3) in Week 9.

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Oct 20, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Jameis Winston (5) throws the ball during the fourth quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images

Jameis Winston draws start for Browns vs. red-hot Ravens

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The Baltimore Ravens and the host Cleveland Browns are heading in opposite directions entering their AFC North matchup on Sunday.

Baltimore (5-2) is riding a five-game winning streak and is tied with the Pittsburgh Steelers atop the division. Cleveland (1-6) has lost five straight and is languishing in last place.

While the Ravens are led by two-time MVP quarterback Lamar Jackson, the Browns face a challenge at the position after starter Deshaun Watson sustained a season-ending right Achilles tear last week as Cleveland fell 21-14 to the Cincinnati Bengals.

Browns coach Kevin Stefanski named Jameis Winston as the starting quarterback over Dorian Thompson-Robinson to oppose the Ravens in Week 8.

“He’s won a lot of football games,” Stefanski said about Winston on Wednesday. “He’s seen a lot of football. So, we have total confidence in him. I think the guys really respect him … because of the work he puts in. He’s in here early, I can confirm that. And he’s got that energy right away.”

Despite the record, the Browns have talent and would love to end the Ravens’ winning streak. Winston has the talent to throw the ball downfield and has talented pass catchers with wide receiver Jerry Jeudy and tight end David Njoku. The Browns got a boost when running back and fan favorite Nick Chubb returned last week after being out since Week 2 of the 2023 season with a left knee injury.

There is nowhere to go but up for the Browns’ offense, which ranks 32nd in the NFL with 253.9 yards per game and 29th with 15.6 points per game.

In addition, Stefanski announced that he is turning play-calling over to offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey. As a result, the Ravens are not taking the Browns lightly and are making sure they don’t get caught in a proverbial trap game.

“I think the Browns are a very physical team,” Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton said. “They don’t have the best record right now, but I think on tape, when you watch them, they have talent, and they can cause some issues if you don’t take them seriously. (It’s) a division opponent. (I have) a lot of respect for them. (We’ve) got to go in there and do what we do.”

Cleveland safety Ronnie Hickman Jr. (ankle), linebacker Jordan Hicks (elbow/triceps), running back Jerome Ford (hamstring), center Ethan Pocic (knee) and tackle Jedrick Wills (knee) did not practice Wednesday due to injuries.

The stakes are high for the Ravens, who have their sights on reaching the Super Bowl for the first time since the 2012-13 season. Jackson is having another MVP-caliber season, as he is ranked fifth in the league with 1,810 passing yards and is tied for second with 15 touchdown passes.

However, Jackson is fully focused on winning a championship, not more accolades. The Browns’ defense, led by Myles Garrett (four sacks), will need to keep Jackson under wraps to win the game. Garrett is dealing with an Achilles issue but was able to practice Wednesday.

“I’m chasing something right now, so each and every game is going to be the same thing for me,” Jackson said. “I’m going to be the same person. Every game, I’m trying to win.”

The addition of Derrick Henry has been a huge boost for the Ravens, who lead the NFL with 461.4 total yards and 31.1 points per game.

“The offensive line is doing a hell of a job; I mean a hell of a job,” said Henry, who leads the NFL with 873 rushing yards. “All the credit goes to them. … I hope it keeps going.”

The Ravens’ biggest weakness has been the secondary. Baltimore is ranked 32nd (last) against the pass, allowing 287.1 yards per game, and is tied for 26th in points allowed per game, 25.7.

Winston will be another challenge for the Ravens’ defensive backs. Baltimore could be without Marlon Humphrey, who is tied for second in the NFL with four interceptions, after he sustained a knee injury in the Ravens’ 41-31 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Monday night.

Humphrey and fellow cornerbacks Nate Wiggins (shoulder) and T.J. Tampa (ankle) did not practice Wednesday. Stout defensive tackle Travis Jones (ankle), wide receiver Zay Flowers (ankle) and running Rasheen Ali (ankle) also sat out.

“I know that they’re a tough team historically that has been one of the best defenses in my era, so I know they’re going to play hard,” Winston said about the Ravens. “I know that they have a good secondary. …

“We just got to go and do our job. It’s really not about them and who they are. It is about us and who we are.”

–Field Level Media

Aug 17, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson (17) throws the ball during warm ups before the game against the Minnesota Vikings at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-USA TODAY Sports

Report: With QBs aplenty, Browns to listen to trade offers

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The Cleveland Browns have a full quarterback room and have talked with “multiple teams” about a possible trade for second-year quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson, The Athletic reported Tuesday.

Deshaun Watson is the incumbent starter with Jameis Winston his expected backup. That leaves veteran Tyler Huntley to vie with Thompson-Robinson for the No. 3 spot.

The Browns signed Winston, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft, to a one-year, $4 million deal in March. That same month, they added Huntley, formerly of the Baltimore Ravens, on a one-year, $1.29 million contract.

Thompson-Robinson signed a four-year, $4.18 million pact after the Browns selected him in the fifth round of the 2023 draft.

Per The Athletic, the Browns could trade to try to fill holes left by injuries elsewhere on the roster, such as along the offensive line and in the secondary.

Thompson-Robinson ended the 2023 season with a hip injury but has fully participated in summer practices.

As a rookie, Thompson-Robinson appeared in eight games (three starts) and completed 53.6 percent of his passes for 440 yards with one touchdown and four interceptions.

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Nov 12, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston (2) against the Minnesota Vikings in the third quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports

Report: Browns, QB Jameis Winston agree to 1-year deal

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The Cleveland Browns are signing veteran quarterback Jameis Winston to a one-year, $8.7 million contract, The Athletic reported Tuesday.

Winston was the No. 1 pick of the 2015 NFL Draft by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and has spent his entire career in the NFC South with the Bucs (2015-19) and New Orleans Saints.

His signing means that Joe Flacco, who earned Comeback Player of the Year for leading the Browns to the postseason following the season-ending injury to Deshaun Watson, is unlikely to return to Cleveland.

Winston, 30, has appeared in 93 career games (80 starts) and has a 34-46 record — 28-42 with the Bucs and 6-4 with the Saints. He’s completed 61.2 percent of his passes for 22,104 yards with 141 touchdowns and 99 interceptions.

As a rusher, he has added 11 touchdowns and 1,214 yards on 298 carries.

In limited action in seven games as Derek Carr’s backup in New Orleans last season, Winston completed 25 passes for 264 yards with two TDs and three interceptions.

Also Tuesday, the Washington Commanders and quarterback Marcus Mariota reportedly agreed to terms on a one-year deal. Mariota was the No. 2 pick behind Winston in 2015.

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Nov 12, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr (4) is carted off the field after an injury against the Minnesota Vikings during the thrid quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports

With QB Derek Carr ailing, Saints turn to Jameis Winston

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New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr has a rib injury to go along with his second concussion of the season, head coach Dennis Allen said Monday.

Jameis Winston is now in line to start Sunday when the Saints (5-7) host the Carolina Panthers (1-11).

Carr exited Sunday’s 33-28 loss to the visiting Detroit Lions with multiple injuries and returned to concussion protocol after also coming away with a head injury in a Week 10 game against the Minnesota Vikings.

Carr was injured Sunday when he took a hit to the abdomen from Lions pass-rusher Bruce Irvin. He stayed on the ground as team medical personnel examined him. A cart was pulled up but Carr eventually walked to the medical tent on his own power then later walked to the locker room.

Carr completed 17 of 22 passes for 226 yards, one touchdown and one interception before exiting. Winston completed 2 of 5 passes for 41 yards and Taysom Hill threw two incompletions for the Saints.

Winston made 70 starts in 72 games for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers over his first five NFL seasons, but in four seasons with the Saints, he has started 10 times in just 19 games of action.

In five games this season, Winston has completed 53.2 percent of his passes for 264 yards and two touchdowns with three interceptions. In nine career seasons, he has completed 61.2 percent of his passes for 22,104 yards, 141 TDs and 99 interceptions.

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