Despite the Cleveland Browns’ dreaded 3-13 record this season, it’s possible the organization could once again end up with the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft with the help of two other AFC teams .
Here are the three things that need to happen for the Browns to officially land the No. 1 pick:
After a rough performance from quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson in Week 17 against the Miami Dolphins, the Browns named Bailey Zappe the starting quarterback for the team’s game against the Ravens. With Baltimore needing a win to clinch the AFC North, it’s clear the Ravens will be firing on all cylinders at home against the Browns.
Looking at this game, the outcome could ultimately come down to how much playing time Buffalo allots to MVP leader Josh Allen.
According to Buffalo Bills writer Joe Buscagliahead coach Sean McDermott told reporters this week that Allen would be there for a very short time.
“McDermott said this week they would give Allen the start to continue his streak of starts, which, including the playoffs, will stand at 115 after Sunday. But on Monday, McDermott said it would be a “very, very short-lived the amount of time.
– Joe Buscaglia
With the Bills’ star quarterback on limited snaps against the Patriots this week, New England has a chance to defeat the AFC East’s No. 1 team. In the last meeting between these two teams, quarterback Drake Maye led his team to a last-minute comeback that ultimately failed.
This is where it could become a challenge for Cleveland.
Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans told reporters this week that “everyone will be there to play,” indicating that quarterback CJ Stroud should see playing time on Sunday.
“Before this game, I told all of our guys that everyone has to be ready to go. Everyone will be there to play and then we will see how the match goes.
– DeMeco Ryans
While Ryans doesn’t appear to be resting any of his key players, defensive linemen Denico Autry and Folorunso Fatukasi were ruled out of the game. official team injury report. Linebacker Christian Harris is also listed as questionable, which could further hurt Houston’s front seven defenders.
