NFL Rumors: Browns Land $120M Offensive Weapon as Russell Wilson Replaces Deshaun Watson Amid Injury Update

The Browns are out here making power moves, and the latest buzz is that they’re trying to snag Brandon Aiyuk from the 49ers. Word on the street is Cleveland offered a fourth-round pick and a starter, but San Fran wants a third. Aiyuk, who’s looking for a bag in the $120 million range, would instantly turn the Browns’ offense up a notch alongside Amari Cooper and Elijah Moore. And before anyone freaks out about cap space—don’t worry, they can afford him. Jack Duffin from OBR says Aiyuk’s 2025 cap hit would be just $6.15M, so the math checks out. If Cleveland’s pushing for this trade, it means they know they can make it work.

Now, the bigger question—who’s gonna be throwing him the ball? With Deshaun Watson’s injury status still a mystery, it looks like Russell Wilson is about to land in Cleveland. After getting the boot from Denver, Russ has been linked to the Browns for a minute now, and this move makes way too much sense. Sure, he’s not exactly in his prime anymore, but he’s got experience, leadership, and, let’s be real, he’s a way better backup plan than what they had last season. If Watson isn’t ready, Russ could step in and keep the Browns’ playoff hopes alive. Feels like a ‘when,’ not an ‘if,’ at this point.

Meanwhile, QB drama is unfolding everywhere. The Giants just locked in Jameis Winston, and the Steelers are still waiting to see what Aaron Rodgers is cooking. But what about Minnesota? With Kirk Cousins gone, they need a vet, and if Russ is off the table, Joe Flacco might be their guy. He showed last season that he’s still got it, and the Vikings need a steady hand at QB. This offseason is already wild, and there’s still plenty more chaos coming. Stay tuned.

The Browns have reportedly offered a 4th-round pick and a starter for Brandon Aiyuk, and the 49ers are looking for a 3rd.

And for those asking, yes the Browns can afford Aiyuk. According to Jack Duffin from OBR, Aiyuk’s 2025 cap hit would be just $6.15M.

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