Cleveland Browns Rookie Quinshon Judkins Arrested And Charged With Domestic Violence And Battery

By Jacquez Printup on July 13, 2025 at 11:30 AM EDT

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Former Ohio State University standout Quinshon Judkins has landed in serious legal trouble, as he was arrested in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Saturday, July 12, according to multiple reports.

Quinshon Judkins, who the Cleveland Browns selected with the 36th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, currently remains behind bars in Florida without bond.

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Cleveland Browns Rookie And Former Ohio State University Star Quinshon Judkins Was Arrested

In a report from ESPN, the publication confirmed that Judkins was arrested and charged with domestic violence and battery in Florida in early July 2025.

According to the report, the charge has been described as "touch or strike/battery/domestic violence."

Per the Broward County arrest log, Judkins is being held without bond while he awaits his court hearing.

A Cleveland Browns spokesperson told ESPN that they were aware of Judkins' arrest and are "gathering more details."

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Who Is Quinshon Judkins?

Judkins, 21, was born in Pike Road, Alabama, and has been a dominant force on the football field for years.

The Cleveland rookie began his collegiate career at Ole Miss, playing from 2022-23, before transferring to Ohio State University, where he played for the Buckeyes during the 2024-25 season.

According to CBS Sports, while at Ohio State, Judkins rushed for 1,060 yards and 14 touchdowns. The Buckeyes later won the 24-25 national championship.

Online, sports fans quickly reacted to the news of Judkins' arrest, with many expressing disappointment over the situation.

"Wow, throwing away his career before it even starts," a user wrote, while another posted, "The Browns SURE know how to pick high character individuals."

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A third user slammed professional athletes who've been involved in "serious offenses," adding, "Why do we keep letting them slide when they commit acts of violence?"

They continued, "This isn't just a mistake, it's a reflection of character."

A fourth user, however, didn't seem surprised at all, writing, "Wait.... an NFL player arrested for [domestic violence]? No way."

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Quinshon Judkins Isn't The Only NFL Player Facing Legal Trouble

Dallas Cowboys player KaVontae Turpin during a game.
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And Judkins isn't the only NFL player to face legal trouble lately.

According to a report from The Blast, KaVontae Turpin of the Dallas Cowboys was arrested in Texas during the July 4th weekend on gun and drug charges.

Per the Allen Police Department, Turpin was pulled over around 11:50 PM on July 5 for allegedly going 97 MPH in a 70 MPH zone.

The police report claimed that law enforcement officials noticed an "unholstered 9 MM pistol in plain view" in the back of Turpin's 2022 Dodge.

Officers also alleged they found two ounces of marijuana in the center console of Turpin's vehicle.

Dallas Cowboys reporter Mike Fisher stated the athlete's bond was set at $1,500 — $500 for the drug charges and $1,000 for the unlawful weapon charge.

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Turpin's arrest came just after he signed an $18 million, three-year contract that made him the highest-paid special-teams player in NFL history.

More NFL Players Deal With Off-Season Controversy

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Aside from Judkins and Turpin, former Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker was released from the team in May 2025 after reports surfaced from massage therapists, accusing him of displaying inappropriate behavior during body sessions.

The Blast has covered the news throughout, highlighting the 16 women who alleged that Tucker brushed them with his exposed p-nis, left ejaculate on the massage table after sessions, and made intense eye contact with them throughout sessions.

Tucker's attorney released a statement following the initial claims, stating, “Mr. Tucker has never behaved inappropriately during any massage therapy session, and certainly never in the manner described. Any suggestion to the contrary is a fictitious and utterly baseless claim.”

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The now free agent also addressed the allegations with a post online, writing, "I have never received any complaints from a massage therapist, have never been dismissed from a massage therapy or bodywork session, and have never been told that I was not welcome at any spa or other place of business."

Releasing Tucker Was Difficult For The Ravens

Justin Tucker wearing a black baseball hat, black shirt, and grey shorts, smiling while holding a baby stroller
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In their statement, the Baltimore Ravens said releasing Tucker was "incredibly difficult."

"Justin created many significant and unforgettable moments in Ravens history," the statement continued. "His reliability, focus, drive, resilience, and extraordinary talent made him one of the league's best kickers for over a decade. We are grateful for Justin's many contributions while playing for the Ravens. We sincerely wish him and his family the very best in this next chapter of their lives."

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