The Cleveland Browns are still investigating all their quarterback options, including former Memphis star Seth Henigan.
The Browns brought in Henigan for a tryout on Friday, along with a group that also included tight ends Drake Dabney and Caden Prieskorn, as well as receivers Dymere Miller, Eli Lancol and Brenden Rice.
Henigan was a four-year starter for the Tigers, finishing his career ranked 13th in NCAA history with 14,266 passing yards and tying the American Athletic Conference record with 104 touchdown passes.
Henigan was a four-year starter and the winningest quarterback in program history, posting a 34-16 record (.673). He finished his career ranked 13th in NCAA history with 14,266 passing yards and tied the American Athletic Conference record with 104 touchdown passes. Henigan left Memphis as the all-time leader in nearly every major passing category, including attempts (1,791), completions (1,147), completion percentage (64%), yards (14,266), touchdowns (104), 400-yard games (6), and 300-yard games (22).
In his final season, he threw for 3,502 yards and 25 touchdowns with just six interceptions, earning Third Team All-AAC honors while leading the Tigers to an 11-2 record and a Frisco Bowl win over West Virginia.
Henigan went undrafted this year but spent training camp with the Jacksonville Jaguars. He was on the Jaguars’ practice squad until late September, when he was released.
Browns QB Shedeur Sanders in Trade Rumors
The Browns already have three quarterbacks on the roster — starter Dillon Gabriel, Shedeur Sanders and practice squad passer Bailey Zappe. Looking at another quarterback could signal that the team is considering all its options, which is particularly interesting given that Sanders has recently been featured as a potential trade piece.
Gilberto Manzano of Sports Illustrated said recently that Cleveland could consider parting ways with Sanders, with the Nov. 4 deadline approaching.
“The Browns might actually have something going with this promising 2025 draft class, which includes running back Quinshon Judkins, linebacker Carson Schwesinger and defensive tackle Mason Graham,” Manzano said. “However, the team might not view rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders in the same light as the aforementioned rookies, especially because the team has favored rookie starting quarterback Dillon Gabriel. Don’t be shocked if Sanders is moved before the deadline.”
Browns Want to See Shedeur Sanders in Action
A trade involving Sanders at this stage appears highly unlikely. The Browns have dealt with the added spotlight that comes with his presence and remain committed to a patient, long-term approach to his development.
That said, Sanders’ opportunity could arrive sooner than expected. Gabriel, who replaced Joe Flacco, is 1-2 as the starter and has yet to show the kind of command or playmaking that defines a franchise quarterback. If the offense continues to stall through the air, Cleveland may decide it’s time to see what Sanders can do under center.
“With Sanders coming up the learning curve quickly, and displaying his natural arm talent every day in practice, Gabriel must show that he can run an explosive passing attack, or the Browns will be tempted to see what their other rookie can do sooner than perhaps they want to,” Browns insider Mary Kay Cabot of cleveland.com said.
Gabriel will get another shot to prove himself this week against the New England Patriots.
Like Heavy Sports’s content? Be sure to follow us.
This article was originally published on Heavy Sports
The post Browns Eye Record-Setting QB Amid Shedeur Trade Chatter appeared first on Heavy Sports.