Browns' Rookie Class Poised to Achieve Historic Milestone Amidst 4-12 Season

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BEREA, Ohio - The Cleveland Browns' 2025 draft class is on the cusp of making history, with a remarkable chance to be only the second team in the Super Bowl era to have rookies lead the team in passing, rushing, and receiving yards. Despite the team's 4-12 record, the seven rookies have made significant contributions, with Shedeur Sanders, Carson Schwesinger, and Mason Graham standing out. Schwesinger, the 33rd overall pick, leads NFL rookies in tackles and tackles for loss, while also recording at least 2 1/2 sacks and two interceptions. The linebacker has played through injuries, including a high ankle sprain and a calf injury, and has earned praise from defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz for his toughness and ability to make plays that may go unnoticed. Mason Graham, the fifth overall pick, has excelled on the defensive line with seven tackles for loss and 45 tackles. Quarterback Shedeur Sanders has started six games, averaging 207 passing yards per game, despite playing behind a makeshift offensive line and losing his top two playmakers in the past two weeks. Running back Quinshon Judkins, who suffered a broken leg in December, finished the season with 827 rushing yards and seven touchdowns, both third among NFL rookies. Tight end Harold Fannin Jr. leads league rookies in receptions and is tied for second in receiving scores. The team's rookies credit their success to their hard work and dedication, with Carson Schwesinger saying, 'I think, for me, whether it’s good or bad, I tend to do the best when I don't think about the attention.' The Browns' rookie class is a testament to the team's scouting and coaching, and their ability to develop players who love to work, compete, and be out there with their teammates.