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[the_ad id=”105842″]Cleveland Browns rookie running back Quinshon Judkins is drawing more attention inside the building after making a strong first impression in his NFL debut. Coaches are signaling that his role could expand as the season moves forward.
Judkins played for the first time in Week 2 against the Baltimore Ravens. He finished with 10 carries for 61 yards and added three receptions for 10 yards. While the Browns came up short in that game, Judkins showed speed, vision, and the kind of burst that drew praise from his teammates. Quarterback Joe Flacco described him as “explosive,” a word that has circulated throughout the facility this week.
Head coach Kevin Stefanski said the team is working Judkins into the game plan carefully. He emphasized that the rookie is still learning the offense and will continue to split time with fellow running backs Jerome Ford and Dylan Sampson. Both Ford and Sampson have already logged meaningful carries this season, giving Cleveland a three-back rotation to manage.
Still, the impression Judkins left on Baltimore has shifted expectations. The rookie’s quick cuts and ability to break tackles offered a glimpse of the potential impact he could have when given more opportunities. Coaches have responded by giving him additional work in practice, particularly in pass protection drills and situational packages.
The Browns enter Week 3 with a home matchup against the Green Bay Packers. The Packers’ defense has shown discipline against the run in the opening weeks, setting up a challenge for the Browns’ ground game. Cleveland will look to use its full rotation to test Green Bay’s front, but Judkins is expected to be part of the mix again.
His presence gives the Browns a chance to balance the offense. Flacco and the passing game struggled to find consistency in Week 2. A more potent rushing attack could open opportunities downfield while keeping pressure off the quarterback. Judkins’ ability to contribute both as a runner and as a receiver out of the backfield adds flexibility to how Stefanski can call plays.
Veteran players have noted that Judkins carries himself with confidence but remains focused on learning. The coaching staff has praised his work ethic in meetings and on the practice field. For a team that needs stability on offense, an emerging young player offers optimism at a critical position.
Sunday’s kickoff against the Packers is set for 1:00 p.m. Eastern at Cleveland Browns Stadium. The Browns will release their inactives 90 minutes before the game, but Judkins is healthy and preparing for his second NFL appearance. How many touches he receives will depend on the flow of the game, but the expectation is that his workload will continue to grow.
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