Browns rookie running back Quinshon Judkins has been arrested on charges of battery and domestic violence, as noted by The Athletic’s Zac Jackson. 
Judkins was arrested today in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, per information from the Broward County Sheriff. This news comes shortly before the start of Cleveland’s training camp. Judkins is among the 30 second-round picks from this year’s draft which have yet to sign their rookie contracts.
Through a spokesman the Browns said in a statement they are “aware and gathering information” about this situation (via Chris Easterling of the Akron Beacon Journal). Records indicate the case is “pending trial” at this point, and ESPN’s Daniel Oyefusi adds a court appearance is scheduled for tomorrow morning. The charges in question are usually a first-degree misdemeanor under Florida law.
Judkins spent his first two college campaigns at Ole Miss. That span included a freshman season in which he racked up 1,567 yards and 16 touchdowns on the ground. His sophomore campaign saw a reduction in efficiency but another 17 total scores. Judkins transferred to Ohio State for the 2024 season. While operating as a key member of the Buckeyes’ backfield tandem, the 21-year-old averaged 5.5 yards per carry and amassed 1,221 scrimmage yards en route to the team’s national championship.
Last year, Browns second-rounder Mike Hall was arrested on a domestic violence charge. The defensive tackle missed the first four games of the campaign before a one-game suspension was ultimately handed down. Free agent linebacker Devin Bush could likewise face legal and/or league consequences after he was charged with simple assault and harassment stemming from an alleged incident involving his girlfriend this spring.
The NFL routinely waits for the legal process to play out before launching an investigation and (potentially) handing down a fine or suspension under the personal conduct policy, particularly in domestic violence cases. Even though Judkins is not yet under contract, he is still subject to the policy and thus any discipline which winds up being deemed necessary depending on how his situation unfolds.
That’s such a very Cleveland Browns thing to do.
Cleveland Browns typically find beating women to be easier than opponents.
Kinda like how Roethlisberger finds it easier to trap women in a bathroom than to take rejection like an adult.
I love how every fanbase in the AFC North has a comeback for these types of disses whether it be the like mentioned the Browns with their storied history of behavior, the Steelers with Ben and others, Bengals with Mixon and now Burton or Ravens with Tucker and now Mike Green lol
The black and blue wife’s face division
Such a rookie mistake… first, you sign the contract. THEN you act like a complete idiot.
Seriously, I’m getting so tired of reading these. Love shouldn’t be an MMA fight.
Republicans are committing crimes large and small like crazy right now. Hell the president is a literal felon. But enjoy your delusion.
Jesus youre an idiot. Whatever you think of any politician has no bearing on what athletes do. Judkins may or may not be a fool, time will tell. You’ve juat proven you’re an idiot. Good job.
Yeah, I’m a republican and know this is a garbage, gaslighting post. Politics and sports are oil and water.
Ever heard of Matt Gaetz? Richard Nixon? This comment is absurdly pathetic.
Surprised the comments are open, the 2nd round holdouts shouldn’t be too happy he’s part of the group demanding guarantees.
They’d be closed if it were a story about Jose Reyes
Your whole party is the biggest crime ring in American history. You literally voted for rich people to steal from you, moron.
No matter who you vote for that is what you get. Along with America 2nd at best, Israel is always first.
Looks like Bears dodged that bullet anyway.