Though Cleveland second-round pick Quinshon Judkins will not face any charges, he and the Browns still have been unable to reach a deal and may not until the end of any NFL investigation. pic.twitter.com/QzbE6j8tsK
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) August 18, 2025
Browns Rookie Quinshon Judkins Avoids Charges, Contract Still Unresolved
CLEVELAND – Cleveland Browns rookie running back and second-round pick Quinshon Judkins will not face any criminal charges following recent domestic violence allegations. Florida prosecutors announced they would not pursue the case, citing insufficient evidence and inconsistencies in the reports.
Despite avoiding legal trouble, Judkins remains unsigned. Sources close to the situation reveal that negotiations between the Browns and Judkins’ camp have stalled, with the team unlikely to finalize a deal until the NFL concludes its own investigation.
Judkins, a highly touted draft pick expected to play a key role in Cleveland’s offense, has now been absent from Browns camp during a crucial stretch of the preseason. While the team has expressed optimism about his long-term potential, the uncertainty surrounding the league’s review could delay his debut in a Browns uniform.
Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how quickly this matter is resolved, as the Browns prepare for the upcoming season with a cloud of uncertainty over one of their top draft picks.
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