Jerome Ford's pay cut to $1.75M for 2025 signals the Browns' shift towards Quinshon Judkins as their potential lead back. Ford's 2024 efficiency (5.43 YPC, 20.2% Broken Tackle Rate) is overshadowed by Judkins' second-round draft capital and robust college production. Judkins' fit in Cleveland's run-heavy scheme positions him as a high-ceiling RB2 with RB1 upside in redraft leagues, making him a top rookie pick in dynasty formats. Ford's role likely shifts to a passing-down specialist, but his dynasty value diminishes. Dylan Sampson, with explosive college tape, emerges as a late-round sleeper, competing for a change-of-pace role. Monitor training camp battles closely for clarity on this evolving backfield.
