Moments after the Browns traded quarterback Baker Mayfield to the Panthers on Wednesday, the franchise’s leadership thanked him for his time as Cleveland’s signal caller over the last four seasons.
Browns owners Jimmy and Dee Haslam said in a statement that Mayfield gave his all to the organization, adding that he brought a “competitive spirit” and excitement to the fanbase.
“[Mayfield] accomplished things that no player at his position had done in Cleveland for a very long time,” the Haslams said in a statement. “We are grateful for everything he did for this organization.”
Andrew Berry, the Browns general manager, said Mayfield brought the “grit” and “tenacity” as the team’s signal caller and will always have a “unique place” in Browns’ history for his accomplishments.