The Cleveland Browns head into Week 9 with a new face at quarterback as Bailey Zappe was signed to replace Deshaun Watson on the active roster.
Zappe, a former fourth round pick, actually dropped 300 yards passing on the Browns back in 2022 when he was a rookie with the New England Patriots. Zappe was cut by the Patriots this offseason after they drafted both Drake Maye and Joe Milton in the 2024 NFL draft. He has been on the practice squad of the Kansas City Chiefs. Being signed off of another team’s practice squad, Giddens must remain on the active roster for three weeks.
Given the injury to not only Watson but also to backup Dorian Thompson-Robinson, it seems quite likely that Zappe will be the primary backup for Jameis Winston this week as the Browns take on the red-hot Baltimore Ravens.
These were not the only roster moves the Browns made, however, as a handful in total were made. Let’s check them all out:
Oct 20, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) lies on the ground after being injured during the first half against the Cincinnati Bengals at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
Aug 15, 2024; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe (4) looks to pass during the second half against the Philadelphia Eagles at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports
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Aug 23, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars running back Gary Brightwell (35) is tackled by Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Brandon Dorlus (54) during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 26, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs tight end Kendall Blanton (80) and offensive tackle Sebastian Gutierrez (60) block against the Cleveland Browns during the game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
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