Browns' QB Search: Simpson Buzz, Draft Priorities

0:00On March 24th, the Cleveland Browns keep chasing a true franchise quarterback heading into the 2026 offseason, but the top name slipped, a way fast. Free agents like Malik Willis signed a two-year deal with Miami right at the start, while Trey talks for San Francisco's Mac Jones got shut down by their general manager. Arizona's Kyler Murray hit the market too, but Cleveland never really entered the picture since they're not ready to contend yet. That leaves the NFL draft as their best shot, even though this year's quarterback class looks pretty thin. Scout see a big drop after top prospect, Fernando Mendoza, who's headed to the Raiders. Alabama's tie Simpson stands out as a maybe, with just 15 college starts under his belt, and his draft spot remains a total question mark. Brown's fans have mostly warmed up to the idea of an open quarterback battle among the guys already on the roster. Shader Sanders, Dishon Watson, and Dylan Gabriel. The team skipped any big moves in free agency, which feels like they're content to let those three compete for now.

1:03Still, there's real buzz around Simpson, thanks to a top 30 pre-drav visit and ties to New Head Coach Todd Munkin, who recruited him back at Georgia. Munkin's family connections and coaching add to the smoke, hinting they might trade up with one of their early picks to grab him. With tackle and wide receiver as bigger holes on the roster though, the Browns could easily prioritize those spots instead. It's draft silly season, full of fake outs, so we'll see if this interest turns real or just maneuvers other teams.