Bailey Zappe - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Reverts to practice squad Zappe reverted to the Browns' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.

Impact Zappe stepped into the Browns' backup quarterback role behind Shedeur Sanders during Sunday's win over the Steelers due to the absence of Dillon Gabriel (shoulder). Zappe could reprise the QB2 role against the Bengals in Week 18 if Gabriel is not cleared to play.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Browns Promote Former Patriots QB Bailey Zappe For Week 17 Former New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe has been promoted to the active roster for the Cleveland Browns' Week 17 matchup.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • NESN.COM

Elevated for Week 17 Zappe has been elevated from the practice squad Saturday in advance of Sunday's game against the Steelers.

Impact Zappe will stand to either handle third-string QB duties versus Pittsburgh, or act as the No. 2 option behind Shedeur Sanders in the event that Dillon Gabriel (shoulder), who is listed as questionable, can't play. The last time Zappe saw the field was to make a single start for Cleveland in 2024, in which he completed 16 of 31 pass attempts for 170 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Browns elevate TE Sal Cannella and QB Bailey Zappe Zappe has appeared in 15 career games with nine starts

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers could win the AFC North before they play the Browns

Aaron Rodgers doesn’t plan on changing his sleep schedule Saturday night, even though his Pittsburgh Steelers could wrap up a division title without playing

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

From training partners to rivals: Ward and Sanders set for first NFL matchup when Browns face Titans

Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders trained with each other seemingly dueling for the chance to be the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL draft

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Deshaun Watson will practice with the Browns for first time in more than a year

Deshaun Watson is set to practice with the Cleveland Browns for the first time this year, starting Wednesday

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Returns to practice squad Zappe reverted to the Browns' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.

Impact Zappe was elevated to serve as the backup quarterback behind Shedeur Sanders in Sunday's 24-10 win over the Raiders, failing to play in the game. With Dillon Gabriel clearing concussion protocol Monday, Zappe will likely have to wait for another chance to be active for a contest down the road this year.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

"He should start warming up": NFL fans react as Browns turn to Bailey Zappe as Shedeur Sanders' backup vs. Raiders The Cleveland Browns have shaken up their quarterback hierarchy again.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Elevated for Week 12 Zappe has been elevated from the Browns' practice squad Saturday.

Impact This marks the second time that Zappe has been elevated from the Browns' practice quad this season. The 26-year-old will be operating as the No. 2 quarterback with Shedeur Sanders making his first career NFL start in place of Dillon Gabriel (concussion). Zappe started one game for the Browns in 2024, completing 16 of 31 passes for 170 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Browns elevate QB Bailey Zappe Zappe has appeared in 15 career games with nine starts

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Operating as No. 2 QB Zappe will operate as the Browns' No. 2 quarterback in Sunday's matchup against the Raiders, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.

Impact With Dillon Gabriel (concussion) being ruled out for the Week 12 matchup, the Western Kentucky product will backup Shedeur Sanders in his first career NFL start. Zappe started one game for the Browns in 2024, completing 16 of 31 passes for 170 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

NFL Confidential: Scouts, Execs Differ on Shedeur Sanders Ahead of 1st Start

Ahead of Shedeur Sanders' first NFL start, we asked a former QB, execs and scouts what to make of his situation in Cleveland.

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

NFL Confidential: Scouts, Execs Differ on Shedeur Sanders Ahead of 1st Start

Shedeur Sanders is 39th Browns Starting QB in 21st Century; Here Are First 38

Shedeur Sanders will be the 39th starting quarterback for the Cleveland Browns in the 21st century. Here are the first 38.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Shedeur Sanders is 39th Browns Starting QB in 21st Century; Here Are First 38

Browns Rolling With Shedeur Sanders at QB vs. Raiders, Making 1st NFL Start

Shedeur Sanders is QB1 in Cleveland, at least for Week 12.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Browns Rolling With Shedeur Sanders at QB vs. Raiders, Making 1st NFL Start

In line as No. 2 QB Zappe could serve as the backup quarterback for Cleveland in Sunday's game against Las Vegas, Zac Jackson of The Athletic reports.

Impact Cleveland's quarterback carousel took another turn last week when then-starter Dillon Gabriel suffered a concussion and was replaced by Shedeur Sanders. The preparation week begins Wednesday with Sanders expected to take reps with the first team offense while Gabriel remains in the NFL concussion protocol. That means Zappe could be in line for his second activation from the practice squad and become the No. 2 to Sanders.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Can Shedeur Sanders rise to the occasion? Browns rookie QB to get valuable practice reps this week

Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders was put in a difficult situation when he made his NFL debut early in the second half against the Baltimore Ravens

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Browns have plenty evidence to support ending the Dillon Gabriel quarterback experiment — Jimmy Watkins Forget Shedeur Sanders for a second. Dillon Gabriel's numbers suggest Bailey Zappe would be an upgrade at quarterback right now.

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • CLEVELAND.COM

Lands back on practice squad Zappe reverted to Cleveland's practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.

Impact Zappe was elevated ahead of Sunday's Week 8 loss to New England with Shedeur Sanders inactive due to an ankle injury. However, Zappe didn't get into the game against his former team. The Browns are on bye Week 9, and Zappe's chance of being elevated Week 10 likely hinges on whether Sanders is able to return.

OCTOBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Browns Elevate Ex-Patriots QB Off Practice Squad Before Week 8 The Cleveland Browns elevated former New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe off their practice squad on Saturday.

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • NESN.COM

Browns' Shedeur Sanders questionable for Sunday with back injury

Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders is questionable for Sunday's game at New England

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Elevated Saturday Zappe was elevated to the Browns' active roster Saturday.

Impact Zappe's elevation to the Browns' active roster provides depth at quarterback, as Shedeur Sanders (back) will likely be a game-time decision for Sunday's matchup against the Patriots, per Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer. The Western Kentucky product started one game for Cleveland in 2024, completing 16 of 31 passes for 170 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions. If Sanders is unable to play in Week 8, Zappe is expected to backup Dillon Gabriel.

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Browns elevate DT Sam Kamara and QB Bailey Zappe Shedeur Sanders has been added to the injury report with a questionable status

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

NFL Rookie QB Checkup: League Sources Weigh In on 3 First-Year Starters

Three rookie quarterbacks have now started games this season. We gathered early verdicts from NFL personnel around the league.

OCTOBER 9, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

NFL Rookie QB Checkup: League Sources Weigh In on 3 First-Year Starters

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OCTOBER 9, 2025 • CLEVELAND.COM

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