These are the top fantasy football players of the Cleveland Browns as ranked by Average Draft Position (ADP) in PPR-format mock drafts.
Data as of September 10, 2025.
| # | Name | Pos | Team | ADP | Bye |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jerry Jeudy | WR | CLE | 5.08 | 9 |
| 2 | David Njoku | TE | CLE | 7.02 | 9 |
| 3 | Quinshon Judkins | RB | CLE | 11.05 | 9 |
| 4 | Jerome Ford | RB | CLE | 11.08 | 9 |
Jerry Jeudy's current ADP is 5.08, which is the 8th pick of the 5th round, and 56th selection overall.
David Njoku's current ADP is 7.02, which is the 2nd pick of the 7th round, and 73rd selection overall.
Quinshon Judkins's current ADP is 11.05, which is the 5th pick of the 11th round, and 125th selection overall.
Jerome Ford's current ADP is 11.08, which is the 8th pick of the 11th round, and 127th selection overall.
| Week | Home/Away | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Home | Minnesota Vikings |
| 1 | Home | Cincinnati Bengals |
| 2 | Away | Baltimore Ravens |
| 3 | Home | Green Bay Packers |
| 4 | Away | Detroit Lions |
| 6 | Away | Pittsburgh Steelers |
| 7 | Home | Miami Dolphins |
| 8 | Away | New England Patriots |
| 10 | Away | New York Jets |
| 11 | Home | Baltimore Ravens |
| 12 | Away | Las Vegas Raiders |
| 13 | Home | San Francisco 49ers |
| 14 | Home | Tennessee Titans |
| 15 | Away | Chicago Bears |
| 16 | Home | Buffalo Bills |
| 17 | Home | Pittsburgh Steelers |
| 18 | Away | Cincinnati Bengals |
The Cleveland Browns liked what they saw from rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders in his first year in the NFL, but they also acknowledged that he has plenty to work on going into 2026, according to Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN. "He's still very much a work in progress, like many people," general manager Andrew Berry said. The 23-year-old fifth-rounder didn't make his NFL debut until Week 11 after fellow rookie Dillon Gabriel suffered a concussion. Sanders took over as the starter, though, and started the final seven games for Cleveland. He had his ups and downs, completing 59.2% of his passes for 1,353 yards, seven touchdowns, and nine interceptions while running for 153 yards and another score. Sanders showed enough athleticism and arm strength to at least put himself in the competition for the starting gig going into next season, where he's expected to compete with Deshaun Watson (Achilles) and Gabriel.
January 5, 2026 1:09 PM EST
The Cleveland Browns currently expect quarterback Deshaun Watson (Achilles) to be on the team next year, according to Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN. "I can never predict the future, but right now we do anticipate him being on the 2026 team," general manager Andrew Berry said about Watson's status. Watson tore his right Achilles tendon in October of 2024 and re-ruptured the tendon and required a second surgery on Jan. 9 of 2025. The 30-year-old veteran stayed on the Physically Unable to Perform list all season, but if he can return to full health this year, he's expected to compete for the starting QB job this summer with Shedeur Sanders and Dillon Gabriel. Watson will be entering the final year of his five-year, $230 million deal in 2026. He'll be a huge question mark going into next season, but despite the investment the Browns still have in him, he's not guaranteed to win the starting job.
January 5, 2026 12:55 PM EST
Following Sunday's Week 18 win, Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku said that he wants to re-sign with the team during the upcoming offseason. However, he acknowledges that it's not entirely his decision. When asked if he wanted to return to Cleveland, Njoku said, "I do, but it's not up to me." The 29-year-old missed the final four games of the regular season due to a knee injury, bringing his final 2025 stat line to just 33 catches, 293 yards, and four touchdowns. Statistically, it was his worst season since 2020, but he still made an impact as a blocker and receiver as the Browns' offense endured quarterback turmoil. For the first time in several years, Njoku also experienced major competition at the tight end position. Rookie tight end Harold Fannin Jr. emerged as one of Cleveland's top playmakers, and he figures to remain the Browns' top tight end for 2026. Therefore, if Njoku does re-sign with Cleveland, he'll likely take a pay cut to operate as the backup behind Fannin. He should have a competitive market in free agency with plenty of teams in need of tight end additions.
January 4, 2026 8:44 PM EST
Cleveland Browns running back Dylan Sampson returned from calf and hand injuries that sidelined him for two games in Week 17 and recorded 27 yards from scrimmage on 14 touches against the Pittsburgh Steelers. With Browns running back Quinshon Judkins (leg, ankle) on Injured Reserve, Sampson should have a chance to lead his team's backfield once again in Week 18 against the Cincinnati Bengals. Cincinnati has been one of the NFL's worst rush defenses in 2025, ranking 30th in the league in yards per carry allowed (5.2) and 32nd in runs of 20 or more yards allowed (19). Sampson will likely split touches with Browns backs Raheim Sanders and Trayveon Williams in Week 18, which limits his ceiling. However, Sampson has recorded 10 receptions for 123 yards and a touchdown on 12 targets across his last four games, which provides a relatively safe PPR floor. Fantasy managers should view Sampson as a low-end flex option in Week 18 against Cincinnati.
January 3, 2026 12:12 PM EST
Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (knee) has officially been ruled out for the Week 18 regular-season finale against the division-rival Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday, according to Browns Zone's Scott Petrak. Njoku has not practiced or played since injuring his knee on a touchdown reception back in Week 14. The 29-year-old will finish his ninth year in the NFL with a disappointing 33 receptions for 293 yards and four touchdowns on 48 targets. Njoku just was unable to become fantasy relevant in most leagues due to the presence of rookie Harold Fannin Jr. (groin), who ended up being the team's leading receiver in 2025. Fannin will also sit out the season finale, leaving the Browns to mix and match at tight end this weekend with Blake Whiteheart, Brenden Bates, and Sal Cannella.
January 2, 2026 1:45 PM EST
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