Browns consider trade proposal for Michael Penix amid QB struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 6:01 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026

The Cleveland Browns are contemplating a trade to acquire quarterback Michael Penix Jr. from the Atlanta Falcons. Currently, Penix is in a quarterback competition with Tua Tagovailoa. The trade proposal includes the Browns sending a 2027 fourth-round and seventh-round pick. The move comes as the Browns continue to address their ongoing quarterback issues, with both Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson lacking starting potential at this time. The effectiveness of this proposed trade remains uncertain as the Browns seek a long-term solution for their quarterback situation.
- •Browns are exploring options to strengthen their quarterback position.
- •Michael Penix is currently competing for a starting role in Atlanta.
- •Trade proposal includes two future draft picks from the Browns.
- •Browns aim to overcome a lengthy struggle for a franchise quarterback.
- •Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson do not appear likely starters.
- 6:01 AMYahoo Sports — Browns trade proposal forgets Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson for recent first-rounder
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