The unknowns surrounding the Cleveland Browns quarterback room is, maybe, the most important storylines on the sector within the NFL at this level within the offseason. Deshaun Watson’s authorized points have had some updates however he nonetheless faces 4 civil costs and possible NFL discipline.
The workforce’s beginning quarterback for the final three plus seasons, Baker Mayfield, additionally has an unknown future. Regardless of the opportunity of a prolonged suspension for Watson, it appears unlikely that the Browns or Mayfield would need to keep collectively in 2022.
The Carolina Panthers have appeared to have the most interest in buying the previous Heisman Trophy winner despite a deal falling through through the NFL draft.
The opposite workforce that made sense was the Seattle Seahawks. The present competitors between Drew Lock and Geno Smith is underwhelming. In keeping with Josina Anderson, the Seahawks are certainly very taken with Mayfield:
At one point, Seattle head coach Pete Carroll indicated that the workforce was unlikely so as to add one other veteran quarterback however that public discuss doesn’t imply a lot.
A deal for Mayfield would improve the Seahawks passing sport and, maybe, give D.Okay. Metcalf extra of a cause to signal a long-term deal. It’s fascinating that Anderson notes they might have an curiosity in doing an extension in the event that they add Mayfield as properly.
For now, very similar to the Panthers rumors, nothing issues till a deal will get achieved. For now, Mayfield and the Browns are nonetheless tied collectively.
