Arrest of Quinshon Judkins, Browns rookie running back, for alleged battery and domestic violence incident
Cleveland Browns Rookie Running Back Arrested on Domestic Violence Charge
Cleveland Browns rookie running back Quinshon Judkins was arrested on a misdemeanor battery (domestic violence) charge in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on July 12, 2025. According to Fort Lauderdale police, they responded to a delayed battery call on West Cypress Creek Road around 9 a.m. After speaking with the victim, the police determined a battery had taken place, and Judkins was taken into custody. He was held at the Broward Sheriff's Office Jail following the arrest.
Details about Judkins' attorney have not been disclosed publicly, and no comment has been made by Judkins or the Cleveland Browns organization regarding the incident. The initial court hearing was scheduled for Sunday morning, July 13, 2025.
The Browns acknowledged the incident, stating they are "aware and gathering more information" about the situation. The team's response suggests they are monitoring the situation closely but have not announced any roster decisions or disciplinary actions at this time. Given Judkins' status as a recent second-round draft pick (No. 36 overall) from Ohio State, where he was part of the championship team earlier in January 2025, the arrest could impact the Browns' running back depth and roster decisions depending on the legal outcome and team policies.
Quinshon Judkins, who has not yet signed his rookie contract, rushed for 1,060 yards and 14 touchdowns at Ohio State last season. His arrest comes as the Browns' rookies are scheduled to report to training camp on Friday. It remains unclear how this incident will affect Judkins' future with the team.
The Browns drafted Judkins in the hopes that he could become the team's lead running back, but with Nick Chubb signing with the Houston Texans, the team's running back depth is already thin. The arrest charge is classified as a misdemeanor, and a court appearance for Judkins is pending. CNN has reached out to Judkins' representation for comment, but no response has been received as of yet.
This is a developing story, and further information regarding legal proceedings, Judkins' defense, and the Browns' roster moves are expected as more details emerge.
- The incident involving Cleveland Browns rookie running back Quinshon Judkins, who was arrested on a domestic violence charge, could significantly impact the team's sports division, given the ongoing legal proceedings and potential consequences for roster decisions.
- The arrest of Quinshon Judkins, a recent second-round draft pick from Ohio State and potential lead running back for the Cleveland Browns, has raised questions about the NFL's policy on crime and justice, particularly in light of recent general-news reports about domestic violence cases in professional sports.
- As the Cleveland Browns brace for the implications of Quinshon Judkins' misdemeanor battery charge, the ongoing investigation could further test the team's commitment to maintaining a strong, ethical sporting organization, particularly in the realm of American football, a sport often under scrutiny for its handling of such issues.
