Baker Mayfield formally needs out of Cleveland, formally requesting a commerce from the Browns.
“It’s in the mutual interest of both sides for us to move on. The relationship is too far fine to mend. It’s in the best interests of both sides to move on,” Mayfield told ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
NFL Media’s Mike Garafolo reports that the Browns “said no” to Mayfield’s commerce request.
The Seahawks have mentioned a attainable Mayfield pursuit, in response to CBS Sports’ Josina Anderson.
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It has been an ungainly week within the relationship between the Browns and Mayfield. The Browns brazenly tried to recruit Deshaun Watson, who knowledgeable them they’re out of the working for his companies.
Mayfield wrote what felt like a goodbye letter to the followers of Cleveland. The Browns leaked to Chris Mortensen that they need an “adult” at quarterback.
Mayfield’s efficiency lagged final season as he performed via a shoulder harm. The Browns, who had come into the season with excessive expectations following a playoff berth the 12 months earlier than, went 8-9 and missed the playoffs this previous season.
This state of affairs ought to make for plenty of drama between now and when it’s resolved.
