The discussion regarding the starting quarterback for the Cleveland Browns has intensified, with former UCLA Bruins quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson now seen as the leading candidate to replace Deshaun Watson.
Former UCLA Bruins QB Unseats Jameis Winston
The Browns drafted Thompson-Robinson in the 5th round of the 2023 season. He was called up to replace the injured Watson for three games, putting up modest numbers during that time. However, he showcased his potential in the Browns’ preseason this year, completing 69 percent of his passes for 375 yards over three games, successfully beating out veteran QB Tyler Huntley for the third spot on the roster.
Ahead of their game against the Cincinnati Bengals, it was reported that he had moved up the depth chart one more spot, surpassing former first-overall pick Jameis Winston from the 2015 draft.
With about 1:30 left in the first half of that game, Watson went down with an apparent Achilles injury and was carted off the field. Thompson-Robinson entered the game and led the team on a 23-yard drive for a touchdown.
The 6-foot-2, 191-pound South Carolina native played for UCLA from 2018 to 2022, amassing impressive statistics during his time with the Bruins. He completed 63.1% of his passes for 10,739 yards, 88 touchdowns, and 27 interceptions. Thompson-Robinson also showcased his dual-threat abilities, rushing for 1,397 yards and 18 touchdowns. His final season at UCLA was particularly remarkable, completing 68.3% of his passes for 3,675 yards, 27 touchdowns, and 7 interceptions, while also rushing for 646 yards and 11 touchdowns.
Thompson-Robinson received a shoutout from his alma mater after current UCLA QB Ethan Garbers ran in a touchdown with a 49-yard scramble during their winning effort against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights.
Moves that would make @DoriansTweets proud 🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/N10A38MHug
— UCLA Football (@UCLAFootball) October 19, 2024
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