Jerry Jeudy denies Browns QB backing in edited video

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy has forcefully denied taking sides in his team's quarterback competition, calling out a viral video clip he says was edited to create a false narrative. The video, which circulated on social media over the weekend, appeared to show Jeudy flashing four fingers during a livestream, a gesture many interpreted as a show of support for veteran quarterback Deshaun Watson, who wears jersey number 4, over second-year player Shedeur Sanders.

Jeudy addressed the controversy directly in posts on his X account on Sunday. He accused those who shared the clip of selective editing, writing, "Y'all cut the clip perfectly for that narrative." In subsequent posts, he stated, "I don't speak on decisions that aren't mine to make. I support my teammates/Brothers, I do my job, and control what I can control. Let's stop creating narratives that aren't there for likes and clicks."

Analysis of the video supports Jeudy's claim, as it contains a noticeable skip or edit between the appearance of a question about quarterback preference and Jeudy's hand gesture, making its context unclear. The incident comes as the Browns prepare for a high-stakes quarterback...