Huddle Up: Watson is working his way back from an Achilles injury but seems to have a chance to compete for the starting quarterback job in 2026. Fantasy players can monitor his situation, but he would be a No. 2 fantasy quarterback if he won the job.

Huddle Up: Both quarterbacks have work to do to get in the good graces of fantasy managers. Watson is an extreme longshot to provide anywhere close to the fantasy value he did in Houston from 2017 through 2020. Sanders had moments of brilliance but also had as many moments of being a rookie fifth-round quarterback in 2025, with more interceptions (10) than touchdowns (7) in eight games and seven starts. No matter who comes out the winner in this competition, they'll be a low-end QB2 in multiple-QB fantasy formats, and a desperation streamer in single-QB leagues.

Huddle Up: Ford is in what is now a loaded backfield in Washington with Rachaad White, Jacory Croskey-Merritt and Jeremy McNichols for 2026. Last season, Ford ran for just 3.0 yards per carry in an injury-riddled 2025 campaign that saw him get just 24 carries in 13 games. He's been a solid depth back and fill-in starter for fantasy purposes across his four seasons in Cleveland, but now in Washington, we'll pass on Ford in drafts.

Huddle Up: Ford spent four seasons in Cleveland and began the 2025 campaign as the Browns' starting running back but quickly lost fantasy relevance in most leagues due to the emergence of rookie Quinshon Judkins. He was serving primarily as a kick returner before sustaining a season-ending shoulder injury in Week 14's game. Ford is likely to be used in Washington as part of a timeshare with RBs Jacory Croskey-Merritt and Rachaad White in 2026, with RB Austin Ekeler not expected to return to the club and RB Chris Rodriguez having already agreed to terms with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Huddle Up: Whiteheart split time with David Njoku and Harold Fannin Jr. as a depth tight end in 2025 and as more of a blocker than a receiver. He's not fantasy relevant, so you can safely ignore Whiteheart moving forward.

Huddle Up: New Browns coach Todd Monken did not commit to Sanders, who started the final seven games in 2025, as the starter at his introductory news conference. Berry also previously said that the Browns are expected to search for a quarterback addition this offseason.

Huddle Up: Judkins dislocated his ankle in Week 16 of the season. While he may be back, that is a quick turnaround for that type of injury, so fantasy players may have tempered expectations to start the season before he hits full gear later on.

Huddle Up: Shedeur Sanders became the team's starter in the middle of the last season. While he admits it is not off the table, it seems Sanders shareholders need not panic yet.

Huddle Up: The first six NFL games for Judkins up to Week 7 were very solid, as he scored five touchdowns and posted 4.3 yards per rush attempt. After that point until his season-ending leg injury in Week 16, Judkins averaged just 3.0 YPA and scored just two rushing touchdowns as the offense cratered with the quarterback combination of Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders. Whether Judkins will be healthy in Week 1 of 2026 remains to be seen, but it doesn't help matters when all five of the team's starting offensive linemen are set to hit free agency. A healthy Judkins will see the bulk of the volume, but the efficiency with that volume is a work in progress. He should be drafted in all formats as a low-end RB2 or high-end RB3 because of his youth and opportunity, but note that there is plenty of downside thanks to the Browns' offensive environment.

Huddle Up: The Browns quarterback situation is uncertain for 2026, so fantasy players should monitor the situation to see if Watson has a chance at the starting job in 2026. He was not playing well before his injuries and will be only be a No. 2 fantasy quarterback if he starts.

Huddle Up: Sanders will likely be in the driver's seat for the Browns QB1 job during training camp. He is going to have to prove himself to a new coaching staff, and if he does, he can be a QB2 in two-quarterback leagues in 2026.

Huddle Up: Watson missed the entire season because of his Achilles injury, so fantasy players should monitor the situation this offseason to see if he receives the chance to compete for the starting job. He was not posting great numbers before the injury and would only be a low-end No. 2 quarterback if he starts.

Huddle Up: The Browns will likely look to add a quarterback in either free agency or the NFL Draft, so Sanders will have competition for the starting job next season. He will be a No. 2 fantasy quarterback in 2026 if he earns the starting job.

Huddle Up: Jeudy had a very trying season working with the turnstile at quarterback, as Joe Flacco, Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders all worked under center. Jeudy showed WR1 fantasy ability working with a stable QB in 2024, but things fell apart in 2025. He has some upside, and could re-emerge as a strong fantasy value in the late rounds on draft day if Cleveland can get an NFL-caliber signal caller under center for the long haul.

Huddle Up: Sanders could see some valuable touches in 2026 with the current assortment of personnel, as Quinshon Judkins is unlikely to be ready for the start of the new season after suffering a gruesome injury in December. The team could bring in a veteran, or draft some help at the position, but if not, Sanders could have a decent role. However, his fantasy appeal remains rather minimal.

Huddle Up: Sampson has some upside heading into 2026, especially early in the season, as rookie Quinshon Judkins suffered a gruesome injury late in the season, and it's likely he won't ready for the start of the new campaign. As it stands, Sampson would have some fantasy appeal, but it all depends on if the Browns elect to bring in more veteran help or add personnel via the draft.

Huddle Up: Sanders got a long look down the stretch, flashing some glimpses of brilliance at times, while looking like a green rookie at other times. It's uncertain if he did enough to secure the starting job long term. If Kevin Stefanski is relieved of his coaching duties, that could change the direction the team goes at the position, too, so Sanders' outlook for 2026 is rather murky. There are a ton of very good QBs in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Huddle Up: Sampson received a majority of the carries last week but did not have much success in the running game. He will probably share playing time with Raheim Sanders again this week but could be a possible flex option in some fantasy leagues.

Huddle Up: Sanders has thrown two touchdowns and seven interceptions over the last three games and has been held to under 200 passing yards in all three games. He should have a favorable matchup this week but only be a possible option in some two-quarterback leagues.

Huddle Up: Fanin Jr. has emerged as the TE1 in the Browns' offense and one you can plug into your lineups in 2026. He produced all year long for the Browns and should replicate that regardless of who is the quarterback next season.

Huddle Up: With Quinshon Judkins injured, Sampson could end the year on a high note when he faces the Cincinnati Bengals. That being said, the rookie hasn't shown enough overall to be more than the backup to Judkins to open 2026.

Huddle Up: It remains to be seen if Sanders will enter 2026 as Cleveland's starter, but he should have a decent opportunity to prove he deserves a shot at the job when he faces a vulnerable Cincinnati defense in the finale.

Huddle Up: Fannin has been a popular target for Shedeur Sanders and a TE1 for fantasy owners. Whether or not the rookie is able to play in the finale remains to be seen, but Fannin has established himself as a weekly starter heading into 2026.

Huddle Up: Sampson has become the de facto starter with Quinshon Judkins out with an injury, but he struggled to do much with his touches last week. The Bengals present a friendly matchup in the finale, but Sampson should be considered no more than a low-end flex play.

Huddle Up: With starter Harold Fannin leaving early with an injury, the rookie Cannella caught his first two passes in his NFL career.

Huddle Up: Jeudy had his most catches since six in Week 10 against the Jets and surpassed 26 yards for just the second time in five games. With subpar quarterback play, Jeudy hasn't come close to his 90-reception, 1,229-yard season in 2024, but if there is an upgrade at QB next season, look for Jeudy to rebound closer to his past performance and be an excellent WR2/3 option.

Huddle Up: With Quinshon Judkins out for the rest of the season with a leg injury, Sanders got carries in a third game this season. He had 11 for 42 yards last week against Buffalo. Sanders should remain a backup for the Browns next season and not a factor in fantasy.

Huddle Up: With Quinshon Judkins out for the rest of the season with a leg injury, Sampson got his most carries since 12 for 29 yards in the opener. Sampson should remain a backup for the Browns next season and not a factor in fantasy.