Dylan Sampson

Dylan Sampson was the lead back at the start of the Browns offseason program.

Fantasy Impact

Quinshon Judkins was present, but he is still rehabbing his leg injury. Sampson is expected to be the primary backup when Judkins is healthy.

Dylan Sampson ran 10 times for 32 yards and caught two of three targets for 12 yards in the Browns' 20-18 win over the Bengals on Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

Sampson led the backfield on Sunday, though not much came of it. Unless Quinshon Judkins suffers a setback in his injury recovery, Sampson will likely open up the 2026 NFL season as the backup running back in Cleveland. If nothing else, he could fill the Jerome Ford role and be useful for fantasy as a pass catcher.

Dylan Sampson rushed for 27 yards on 11 carries in the Browns 13-6 win over the Steelers. He caught all three of his targets for zero yards.

Fantasy Impact

Sanders was questionable to play this week with a hand injury, so that could have played a part in his disappointing performance. Sampson will likely continue to split time with Raheim Sanders in Week 18 against the Bengals.

Browns RB Dylan Sampson (hand) is officially active for Week 17.

Fantasy Impact

Sampson was listed as questionable to play Sunday, but has been cleared and should see the bulk of the carries against the Steelers. Raheim Sanders will serve as the backup running back.

Dylan Sampson has been listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Steelers.

Fantasy Impact

Sampson is likely to lead the Browns backfield if he is cleared this weekend. His status will need to be monitored closer to kickoff.