Cleveland Browns’ second-round draft pick Quinshon Judkins found himself in a tough spot this past weekend, as he was arrested in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on misdemeanor domestic battery charges. This incident certainly raises questions about his upcoming availability for training camp as well as the ongoing negotiations for his rookie contract.
The young talent, who is just 21 and hails from Ohio State, was released from Broward County Jail after posting a $2,500 bond. All eyes are now on July 18, when Browns rookies are slated to report for training camp, just a few days ahead of the veterans joining the fold on July 22.
Judkins, selected 36th overall in the 2025 NFL Draft, has yet to put pen to paper on his rookie contract, alongside 29 other second-round selections. With the arrest complicating matters, there’s a lot at stake as negotiations continue over the guarantees in a four-year deal that’s estimated to be around $11.4 million.
Zac Jackson from The Athletic recently shared insights on 92.3 The Fan’s show with Ken Carman and Anthony Lima, emphasizing how detrimental the timing of these developments could be for Judkins and the Browns. “This contract situation… means he could be in limbo, and he could end up missing valuable training camp time for multiple reasons,” Jackson pointed out. He elaborated that the NFL typically begins its investigations immediately in situations like this.
The stakes grow higher given that Judkins is not under contract, which could create added complications if the Browns have any reservations about his situation, especially if legal processes stretch out over time. Jackson’s worry resonates: “This contract situation means he could be in limbo, end up missing valuable training camp time for multiple reasons.”
Adding context to the implications of Judkins’ arrest, it’s worth noting that this incident continues a concerning trend for the Browns. This marks the second consecutive offseason where an Ohio State second-round draft pick has found themselves in legal trouble. Last year, defensive tackle Mike Hall Jr. was arrested on domestic violence charges, which led to a five-game suspension. Hall’s troubles saw him placed on the NFL’s Commissioner’s Exempt list shortly after his arrest, sidelining him from practice and games until he could return following league review.
As the Browns gear up for the upcoming season, the unfolding situation with Judkins poses significant challenges and will undoubtedly be a focal point as the team navigates both their training camp preparations and their young player’s future prospects.
