Kenny Pickett trades to Raiders after Cleveland stint and injury woes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 12:51 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Kenny Pickett was traded from the Cleveland Browns to the Las Vegas Raiders after missing time due to injury. Originally acquired in a trade with the Philadelphia Eagles, Pickett sought a chance to compete for a starting role but faced challenges. With the Raiders, he played in six games, completing 62% of his passes. He has signed a one-year contract with the Carolina Panthers for the upcoming season, likely as a backup. This transition reflects ongoing changes to the Browns' quarterback situation amid competition.
- •Kenny Pickett traded to the Raiders after injury struggles with the Browns.
- •He completed 62% of passes in six games with the Raiders.
- •Signed a one-year, $4 million contract with the Panthers.
- •Desperation for a starting role led Pickett to request the trade.
- •Browns continue to grapple with quarterback competition amid roster changes.
- 12:51 PMYahoo Sports — Former Browns QB Kenny Pickett ‘begged’ for Cleveland trade
"Cleveland Browns 2025 QB competition was interesting, to say the least. Kenny Pickett was traded for and away during it
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