The Cleveland Browns have decided to retain wide receiver Jerry Jeudy for the upcoming seasons despite a challenging 2025 campaign marked by both underwhelming performance and off-field tensions. The team views Jeudy as a key part of their long-term plans, banking on his improvement as the quarterback situation stabilizes.
Jeudy, who earned Pro Bowl recognition in the previous season, entered 2025 expected to lead the Browns’ receiving corps. However, he fell short of those expectations, finishing the year with 50 catches for 602 yards and two touchdowns, well below the standards set the year before.
Throughout the season, moments of frustration surfaced, including a heated sideline interaction with quarterback Shedeur Sanders and terse communication during a press event. These incidents raised questions about his future with Cleveland. Still, insider Mary Kay Cabot of cleveland.com reports that the Browns plan to keep Jeudy on the roster moving forward.
“Despite the rough year, Jeudy will be back with the Browns in 2026 with the expectation that he’ll rebound amid some quarterback stability. The Browns haven’t identified their starter for 2026 yet, but they’re confident they’ll be better at QB than in 2025, when third-round pick Dillon Gabriel went 1-5 and fifth-round pick Shedeur Sanders went 3-4,”
Cabot said.
“Jeudy has two years left on his three-year extension worth $17.5 million a year, but the Browns have an out after 2026, given that the dead cap charge for 2027 would only be about $7.15 million. Of course, that will be a moot point if Jeudy has the comeback year the Browns are hoping for.”
Jeudy’s Determination to Rebound After a Challenging Season
Following the season’s conclusion, Jerry Jeudy took to social media to address the difficulties he faced throughout the year, expressing a commitment to improvement.
“Some seasons teach more than they give. Thankful for the growth. Locked in for what’s ahead,”
Jeudy wrote.
The Browns’ ability to help Jeudy return to form is closely tied to their uncertain quarterback situation heading into 2026. Cleveland currently has Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson, and Dillon Gabriel under contract, but head coach Todd Monken has yet to name a definitive starter.
“I think like any position on the team, that’s still to be determined,”
Monken said.
“Am I excited about Shedeur? Am I excited about all the quarterbacks in the room? Am I excited to coach this football team? Absolutely. I can’t wait for them to get back and for us to get started.”
Introducing a New Wide Receivers Coach for Cleveland
In preparation for next season, the Browns will assign a new coach to oversee their wide receivers, including Jeudy. Christian Jones, who coached tight ends for Cleveland last year, is expected to take over as wide receivers coach, as reported by Matt Zenitz of CBS Sports.
Jones played a significant role in developing rookie tight end Harold Fannin Jr., who delivered one of the franchise’s best rookie tight end performances with 72 receptions for 731 yards and six touchdowns. This experience positions Jones well to support the wide receivers’ growth under new leadership.
Alongside Jones, Monken has assembled his offensive coaching team with Travis Switzer as offensive coordinator, George Warhop handling the offensive line, Mike Bajakian working with quarterbacks, Danny Breyer serving as pass game coordinator, and Jeff Blasko overseeing tight ends.
Ongoing Defensive Coaching Search as Season Approaches
As the Browns finalize their offensive coaching staff, attention is shifting to the defensive side, where head coach Todd Monken still needs to appoint a coordinator. Jim Schwartz recently resigned, leaving the defensive coordinator position open and adding pressure to solidify the staff before the 2026 season.
The Browns’ retention of Jerry Jeudy amid a difficult season demonstrates their belief in his potential to contribute significantly once the quarterback situation improves and fresh coaching strategies are in place. With a new receivers coach and a rebuilding offense, Cleveland aims to rebound from last year’s disappointing 5-12 record and move toward a more competitive future.
The #Browns are expected to name Christian Jones as wide receivers coach, sources tell @CBSSports.
Was tight ends coach under Kevin Stefanski this year and helped Harold Fannin have big rookie season. Now expected to be retained and to coach receivers under Todd Monken. pic.twitter.com/HAPI24AaqD
— Matt Zenitz (@mzenitz) February 7, 2026
