Report: Browns make decision on Kenny Pickett, huge ramifications for Shedeur Sanders

by: Griffin McVeigh 1 hour ago griffin_mcveigh

According to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo, the Las Vegas Raiders have traded for Cleveland Browns quarterback Kenny Pickett . The Raiders were looking for a backup to Geno Smith after Aidan O’Connell went down with a long-term injury. Pickett will be their guy, giving the Browns just three quarterbacks on the roster now.

“Sources to The Insiders: The #Browns are trading Kenny Pickett to the #Raiders for a fifth-round pick in 2026,” Garafolo said via X. “Pickett gets dealt for the second time in just under six months and Vegas gets an experienced backup to Geno Smith with Aidan O’Connell sidelined.”

Pickett dealt with a hamstring injury for most of training camp. No appearances came during preseason action, meaning his spot in Cleveland was in jeopardy after the two drafted two rookies. Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders were the ones who mainly got the preseason run for the Browns.

While they have three quarterbacks, the Raiders are thankful to have two. Pickett’s issue is not expected to be a long-term one, meaning he should be ready for the Week 1 showdown against the New England Patriots. Of course, Las Vegas is hoping Pickett does not have to step onto the field, as Smith is the starter.

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