Browns’ Judkins Arrested on Domestic Violence Charge

Rookie running back’s status with team now in question

Trouble for the Cleveland Browns: rookie running back Quinshon Judkins was arrested in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Saturday. The charges involve domestic violence and battery, casting a shadow over his entry into the NFL.

Details of the Arrest

According to both the Fort Lauderdale Police Department and Broward County arrest records, Judkins was taken into custody. Court records indicated he remained in jail Saturday night, awaiting his initial court appearance scheduled for Sunday morning.

The Cleveland Browns acknowledged the situation. A team spokesperson stated that they are aware and gathering more details.

Draft Implications

Judkins, a standout player from Ole Miss and Ohio State, was selected by Cleveland as the 36th overall pick in the 2025 draft. Notably, he is the only one of the Browns’ seven draft picks who hasn’t yet signed his rookie contract. Browns rookies are scheduled to report for training camp on July 18.

Rising Cases of Domestic Violence

Unfortunately, arrests for domestic violence in the U.S. remain a persistent issue. A recent study by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence indicates that nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States (NCADV 2023).

This incident involving Judkins raises serious questions about his future with the team and underscores the ongoing concerns surrounding domestic violence in professional sports. The Browns will need to carefully evaluate the situation as they gather more information and Judkins’s case proceeds through the legal system.