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Browns aim for quarterback of the future in 2027 NFL draft

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 6:23 AM

Last updated Oct 7, 2026

Browns aim for quarterback of the future in 2027 NFL draft

Summary

The Cleveland Browns are projected to target a new quarterback during the 2027 NFL offseason, as outlined by CBS Sports analyst Ryan Wilson. With Deshaun Watson as the current starter and unproven backups, the Browns' long-term quarterback situation remains unclear. Wilson predicts Cleveland will select Ohio State QB Julian Sayin with the No. 31 overall pick. Sayin has had an impressive college career, completing 72.5 percent of his passes this season with 1,530 yards and 13 touchdowns to just one interception. His local appeal as a Buckeyes star could also resonate with fans.

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Status Watch

•Deshaun Watson currently leads a four-man quarterback roster.
•Julian Sayin recorded strong stats at Ohio State this season.
•Cleveland fans have a local connection to Sayin.
•Browns have not settled on a long-term quarterback strategy.

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6:23 AMYahoo Sports — Browns Predicted to Land New Quarterback of the Future

What they're saying

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The Cleveland Browns have been searching for a long-term quarterback for many years. Unfortunately, every turn they have taken has ended the same way. Heading into this season, Andrew Berry put together four quarterbacks on the roster. Deshaun Watson is the starter, Shedeur Sanders is his backup, and rookie Taylen Green is currently third on […] The post Browns Predicted to Land New Quarterback of the Future appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
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