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Browns Boosted by Return of Running Backs Judkins and Sampson

  • Authored By: Sports Now
  • Updated Oct 24, 2026, 01:33 IST

The Cleveland Browns are set to welcome back leading rusher Quinshon Judkins and backup Dylan Sampson for their upcoming clash against the Tennessee Titans following recent injury layoffs.

Browns Boosted by Return of Running Backs Judkins and Sampson

The Cleveland Browns are poised to receive a significant boost to their backfield ahead of their upcoming matchup against the Tennessee Titans. Both Quinshon Judkins and Dylan Sampson, the team's primary running backs, are expected to return to action after being sidelined by injuries.

The return of these two players provides a timely reinforcement for the Browns' offense. Judkins, who currently leads the team with 230 rushing yards, appears to have recovered from the ankle injury that forced him to miss the previous week's contest. His absence was felt in the last outing, but his omission from the final injury report released on Friday signals that he is ready to resume his role in the starting lineup.

Sampson Set for Return from Injured Reserve

In addition to the return of their leading rusher, the Browns are preparing to welcome back Dylan Sampson. Head coach Todd Monken confirmed that he anticipates Sampson will be activated off the injured reserve list in time for the game against Tennessee. Sampson has been unavailable for the last five weeks while recovering from a knee injury.

The injury occurred during the team's season-opening defeat to the Jacksonville Jaguars, where Sampson was hurt while returning a kickoff. Having started the season as the primary backup to Judkins, his return provides the coaching staff with much-needed depth and versatility in the running game. The team will look to integrate both players back into the rotation as they aim to improve their offensive production against the Titans.