Why the Cleveland Browns Just Can’t Seem to Get It Right—Even After All These Years
Since returning to the NFL in 1999, the Cleveland Browns have started over 35 different quarterbacks and burned through more than a dozen head coaches.
Even after landing Deshaun Watson in a massive trade and giving him $230 million guaranteed—the largest fully guaranteed contract in league history—they’ve struggled to stay competitive. Injuries, inconsistency, and poor roster decisions have plagued the team for decades.
Despite a few playoff flashes, including a win over the Steelers in 2020, the Browns remain one of the NFL’s most snake-bitten franchises. Is it bad luck, or just bad management?