What we know: While the Browns dealt with injuries to their quarterback room – losing Watson to a season-ending shoulder injury as well as Thompson-Robinson to a hip injury in the final stretch of the season – both have made progress in their recovery process and rehab. During OTAs, Watson stuck to a throwing plan that had him throwing every other day in offensive drills. Then, during minicamp, Watson took another step forward as he threw during the 7-on-7 drills. Thompson-Robinson also returned to throwing during the latter portion of OTAs and took a handful of live reps during minicamp.

Their recoveries and return to the field for the 2024 season will be an important factor for the Browns. They also have two other options in Winston and Huntley who the Browns signed during free agency. One element the Browns will have to work through during training camp is who will be the backup quarterback to Watson. Winston and Huntley each showcased their arms during training camp as they took reps in 7-on-7 drills. There will be a decision on who is officially the backup quarterback to Watson, but the Browns have depth that can help in such decision.