Quinshon Judkins has signed his rookie deal, meaning all 2025 NFL draft picks have now signed with their respective teams. The former Buckeye signed a four-year, $11.4 million contract with the Cleveland Browns, the team that selected him in the second round this past April. It's a fully guaranteed deal.
Finally: the Cleveland Browns and their second-round pick Quinshon Judkins reached agreement today on a four-year, $11.4 million deal that now means all 2025 draft picks have deals. pic.twitter.com/M9W7LpK7sH
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 6, 2025
The reason for the delay in signing – just over 24 hours before the Browns kick off their season against the Cincinnati Bengals – is due to Judkins getting arrested for domestic violence on July 12. In mid-August, it was reported that the running back won't face criminal charges for the incident.
Given the timing, Judkins is not expected to play in the season opener but could be ready for Week 2.
This allows Judkins to practice, but not play until the exemption is lifted. Plus, the #Browns dont need an immediate roster move. https://t.co/1WyNLAxCts
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 6, 2025
Judkins could still face discipline from the NFL for violating the league's personal conduct policy, even though the prosecutors denied the charges.
