Browns' Quinshon Judkins finally signs rookie contract just before season begins

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The Cleveland Browns signed second-round pick Quinshon Judkins to a contract Saturday after the conclusion of his legal issues. 

Judkins, 21, was the last player from the 2025 NFL Draft class to sign a contract. 

Judkins was arrested on a battery and misdemeanor domestic violence charge July 12. The 36th overall pick in the draft was not with the Browns throughout training camp as the legal issues played out. 

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Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins runs off the field during rookie minicamp in Berea, Ohio, May 10, 2025. (IMAGN)

The charges were dropped by the state investigator’s office after inconsistencies were found in the alleged victim's story. However, Judkins may still face discipline from the NFL for violating its personal conduct policy. 

NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy told the AP in an email on Wednesday, "The matter remains under review."

While Judkins is expected to sign his contract, the Ole Miss and Ohio State standout is not expected to play in the Browns' opener against the Cincinnati Bengals Sunday. Depending on how much he practices next week, he could play in Week 2. 

The Browns are expected to get a temporary roster exemption for Judkins, per the NFL Network. The move allows for Judkins to practice without requiring an immediate roster move.

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Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins runs during a Browns rookie minicamp drill at the team's training center in Berea, Ohio, May 9, 2025. (Imagn)

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