Horse Tracks: You only need one sucker in NFL free agency

The Broncos have made some major gaffes in free agency over the years…methinks this year the Browns are taking a turn driving the clown car

Good for Jerry Jeudy. He’s signed a huge $58 million contract extension for 3 more years with the Cleveland Browns. I’ve enjoyed seeing Jeudy play for us over the past few seasons and I’m always happy for any player who gets to beat the odds and get a nice payday as a professional past their rookie contract.

I can’t say I’d be devastated if this had been the Denver Broncos (at least not after the Russell Wilson contract…which will likely go down as the dumbest contract extension in NFL history), but I’d have been irritated if it would have been us.

Juedy has never shown enough consistency or stayed healthy enough to be worth a contract extension like this.

Granted, Jeudy has never had a quarterback who could utilize his excellent route-running capability. I’ll buy that. But at the same time, we saw Jeudy muddle his way through the season without ever seeing a stand-out game in 2023. Sure, he scored a couple of touchdowns, but where was the statement game?

His best season was in 2022 and that didn’t even break 1,000 yards though he had a respectable 6 touchdowns on the year.

At this point, we’re all glad this was a contract the Broncos did…he’s now the Browns’ problem.

Broncos News:

2024 NFL Draft: Mock draft picks for the Denver Broncos
With the first week of free agency complete, here’s a look at several analysts’ projections for the Broncos’ first-round selection in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Jerry Jeudy sends odd tweet to try and make a statistical point – Denver Sports
Jerry Jeudy and social media have been a mix that has created some fun TikTok videos — but also some head-scratching moments.

Does Bo Nix have some Drew Brees in him? – Denver Sports
And if he does, might he be the best fit and most viable target for Broncos coach Sean Payton on his quarterback hunt?

Other NFL News:

Jets signing free-agent receiver Mike Williams to one-year deal worth up to $15 million after visit
New York is signing former Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Tuesday, per sources. The free-agent wideout is on a visit with the team today.

New Saints DE Chase Young to undergo neck surgery
New Orleans Saints defensive end Chase Young is set to undergo neck surgery, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported on Tuesday.

Browns signing WR Jerry Jeudy to three-year extension worth up to $58 million
The Cleveland Browns and wide receiver Jerry Jeudy have agreed to a three-year extension up to $58 million, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported on Tuesday

NFL news roundup: Latest league updates from Tuesday, March 19
NFL.com keeps you up to date with all of the latest league news from around the NFL. Visit NFL.com’s transaction hub for a daily breakdown.

Detroit Lions DE Romeo Okwara retires after eight seasons – ESPN
Romeo Okwara, the veteran Detroit Lions defensive end, used his Instagram account Tuesday night to announce that he’s retiring from the NFL after eight seasons, adding that his football career is something that he “will forever be grateful for.”

Bengals sign OT Trent Brown to fortify offensive line – ESPN
Offensive tackle Trent Brown has signed a one-year contract with the Bengals, the team announced Tuesday.

Jimmy Garoppolo ‘messed up’ exemption; Rams ‘seemed right’ – ESPN
Jimmy Garoppolo is excited about his move to the Rams, but said he “messed up” the league’s therapeutic use exemption, which led to a two-game ban.

Teen faces new charge over mass shooting at Chiefs parade – ESPN
A 16-year-old boy was arraigned Tuesday on a charge of unlawful use of a weapon in shooting at a person.