Browns Rookie Judkins Arrested for Alleged Domestic Violence in Florida
Oh, this should be good. Cleveland Browns rookie running back Quinshon Judkins found himself on the wrong side of the law this past weekend, when he was booked on a domestic violence charge in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. According to Broward County jail records, the 21-year-old phenom is being held on a “touch strike/battery/domestic violence” count, although specifics of the alleged incident remain under wraps as investigations continue.
Judkins’ rise to NFL stardom began in Oxford, Mississippi, at Ole Miss, where he earned SEC Freshman of the Year honors in 2021 and nabbed Freshman All-American status shortly thereafter. In 2022, he claimed the Conerly Trophy as the most outstanding college player in Mississippi, cementing his reputation as a serious threat in the backfield.
After two standout seasons in the SEC, Judkins made the high-profile transfer to Ohio State in 2024, swapping Rebels red for Buckeye scarlet. His performance in the College Football Playoff National Championship game offered a telling preview of his pro potential: 100 rushing yards and two touchdowns to help the Buckeyes capture the title. Those numbers turned heads and boosted his draft stock, landing him at No. 36 overall in the 2025 NFL Draft.
The Browns wasted no time celebrating their new weapon. Fresh off the draft podium, Judkins gushed about feeling at home in Cleveland, adding that Buckeye fans in the Land made the transition “feel seamless.” Team brass seemed equally thrilled to add a dynamic rusher to their offense, and fans eagerly envisioned Judkins powering through holes at FirstEnergy Stadium.
Fast forward to July 12, 2025, and the narrative has already taken a dark turn. Fort Lauderdale police detained Judkins earlier that day before transferring him to Broward County jail custody. As of now, authorities have not released a police report, leaving observers to wait for more details.
Sources tell TMZ and the Akron Beacon Journal’s Chris Easterling that the Browns organization is fully aware of the situation and is “gathering information” before issuing a formal statement. That kind of language usually precedes an internal review and possibly a team-imposed suspension under the league’s conduct policy. NFL insiders note that any confirmed domestic violence allegation could derail a promising career right out of the gate.
Make no mistake: Judkins’ talent is undeniable, but off-field issues carry serious consequences, both legally and in public perception. If additional evidence surfaces—or if charges are upgraded—the Browns may have little choice but to act swiftly, balancing legal obligations with roster needs.
Stay tuned for updates as this story develops. The Browns’ new ground game cornerstone could soon find himself fighting to salvage more than just yards after contact.
And there you have it—another rookie year turning into a cautionary tale.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and TMZ, Akron Beacon Journal
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