Browns GM Hints at Adding Young QB This Offseason

Andrew Berry says it's 'realistic' the Browns will add another QB to the roster.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 10:05pm

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Cleveland Browns General Manager Andrew Berry indicated the team is likely to add a young quarterback to the roster this offseason, either through the draft or free agency. The Browns currently have Shedeur Sanders and Dillon Gabriel as their top two quarterbacks, with Deshaun Watson also in the mix after missing last season due to injury.

Why it matters

The Browns have had quarterback issues in recent years, with Baker Mayfield's departure and Deshaun Watson's injury struggles. Adding a young, promising QB could help solidify the position and provide more long-term stability for the franchise.

The details

Berry said the Browns are open to acquiring a quarterback through any available means, but that their preference would be to add a 'younger player' to the QB room. The team has met with Ty Simpson, who is projected to be a high draft pick, and will evaluate other options in the coming weeks.

  • The Browns' 2025 draft picks Shedeur Sanders and Dillon Gabriel finished last season as the team's top two quarterbacks.
  • Deshaun Watson missed the entire 2025 season after tearing his Achilles twice.

The players

Andrew Berry

The general manager of the Cleveland Browns.

Shedeur Sanders

A quarterback drafted by the Browns in 2025 who started games for the team last season.

Dillon Gabriel

Another quarterback drafted by the Browns in 2025 who also started games for the team last season.

Deshaun Watson

The Browns' starting quarterback who missed the 2025 season due to injury.

Ty Simpson

A quarterback prospect the Browns have met with ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.

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What they’re saying

“'Our lean would be if we do add someone to the quarterback room, it would be someone who's a younger player most likely.'”

— Andrew Berry, Browns General Manager

What’s next

The Browns will continue to evaluate quarterback options in the coming weeks leading up to the 2026 NFL Draft, where they could select a young signal-caller to add to their roster.

The takeaway

The Browns' quarterback situation remains uncertain, with Deshaun Watson's future unclear and the team's 2025 draft picks unproven. Adding a promising young QB through the draft or free agency could help provide more long-term stability at the position for Cleveland.