CLEVELAND (AP) — Robert Griffin III has signed a two-year, $15.75 million contract with the Browns.
The former Heisman Trophy winner was released by Washington March 7 after four seasons. His star fizzled quickly after a standout rookie season. RG III didn’t play a single snap last season after being dropped to third string.
He joins a Browns team that recently parted ways with the troublesome Johnny Manziel, who, like Griffin, arrived amid much fanfare but wore out his welcome.
Griffin has been given no promises by the Browns, who own the No. 2 overall pick in the draft and are expected to select a quarterback.