NFL Live Update : Jaguars Acquire CB Greg Newsome II in Cornerback Swap with Browns
Jaguars trading CB Tyson Campbell & 2026 7th-round pick to Browns in exchange for CB Greg Newsome & 2026 6th-round pick.
Jaguars Acquire CB Greg Newsome II in Cornerback Swap with BrownsThe graphic you’ve shared is a fan-created (or mock) “TRADE ALERT” post that’s been circulating on X today, October 9, 2025, featuring Cleveland Browns cornerback Greg Newsome II (No. 8, white alternate jersey) with a Jacksonville Jaguars logo overlay. It shows Newsome in a focused, intense pose during a game, complete with eye black and a headband, set against the teal-and-gold Jags color scheme. While the image is speculative and celebratory from a Jaguars perspective, the trade it depicts is legitimate—finalized late last night (October 8) and officially confirmed this morning. This marks the second major deal between these AFC rivals in 2025, following their draft-night blockbuster where Jacksonville traded up for two-way star Travis Hunter.Trade BreakdownThe Jaguars and Browns pulled off a near-even cornerback swap with a slight pick adjustment, pending physicals. Details from insiders like Adam Schefter and Tom Pelissero:
| Team | Receives |
|---|---|
| Jacksonville Jaguars | CB Greg Newsome II + 2026 6th-round pick (from Jets, via Browns) |
| Cleveland Browns | CB Tyson Campbell + 2026 7th-round pick (from Eagles, via Jaguars) |
- Why Now? Jacksonville, fresh off a 31-28 upset over the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football (improving to 4-1), is bolstering their secondary for a playoff push. Newsome adds versatility and youth without long-term cap strain. For Cleveland (1-4 after a London loss to the Vikings), the deal addresses a crisis: Starting CB Martin Emerson Jr. suffered a season-ending Achilles tear in Week 4, forcing Newsome back outside but exposing depth issues. GM Andrew Berry flips a pending free agent for a controlled asset.
- Financials:
- Newsome is on his fifth-year option ($13.38M fully guaranteed for 2025), making him a one-year rental—he hits free agency in 2026.
- Campbell’s fresh four-year, $76.5M extension ($53.4M guaranteed) signed in July 2024 brings escalating hits: $8M (2025), $10.6M (2026), etc. The Browns can restructure to manage it, betting on his elite traits opposite Denzel Ward.
- No Major Cap Fallout: This clears space for Jacksonville (Newsome’s deal is expiring) and avoids dead money for Cleveland on Newsome.
Player Profiles & 2025 Stats (Through Week 5)Both 25-year-old 2021 draftees (Newsome 26th overall out of Northwestern, Campbell 33rd out of Georgia) are proven starters, but Newsome edges in coverage efficiency while Campbell brings length and ball skills:
| Player | Team (Pre-Trade) | Snaps Played | Tackles | INTs | PBUs | Passer Rating Allowed | Targets Allowed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Newsome II | Browns | 312 (95%) | 23 | 0 | 3 | 85.1 | 23 (15 comp., 65% rate) | Physical slot/outside hybrid; career 63% completion rate when targeted (12.1 YPC allowed). Breakout 2023 (11 PBUs); recent scuffle with Steelers’ George Pickens went viral. Browns fans’ farewell: bittersweet, with Newsome posting “Love Cleveland it’s been real   “. |
| Tyson Campbell | Jaguars | 285 (89%) | 28 | 0 | 4 | 92.3 | 28 (18 comp., 64% rate) | 6’2″ shutdown corner with speed (4.37 40); 6 career INTs but injury history (missed 10 games in 2023-24). Strong man-coverage fit for CLE’s scheme. Jags fans divided—some see it as a cap relief move post-extension. |
- Newsome’s Fit in JAX: Slots in as a nickel/outside rotational piece alongside Montaric Brown and Jourdan Lewis. His tackling (career 3.2 per game) and PBU prowess (29 career) upgrade Jacksonville’s top-10 pass defense (189 YPG allowed). Could see immediate snaps vs. the Colts on Sunday.
- Campbell’s Boost to CLE: Fills the Emerson void as CB2 to Ward. His size and forced fumbles (3 career) target the Browns’ 28th-ranked pass defense (25.4 points/game). Potential debut tonight vs. the Steelers if cleared.
Why This Dominated Headlines Today
- Back-to-Back Blockbusters: Just yesterday, Cleveland shipped QB Joe Flacco to the Bengals for a fifth-rounder—now this CB flip. The CLE-JAX “trade pipeline” (after sending the No. 2 pick for Hunter in April) has fans buzzing about a budding rivalry. Schefter’s X post exploded to 4M+ views overnight.
- Analyst Takes: PFF grades it a slight win for Jacksonville short-term (Newsome’s efficiency > Campbell’s injury risk), but Cleveland gains control through 2028. Both teams eye contention—Jags in the hunt, Browns rebuilding post-Watson era.
Trade Details (Greg Newsome II to Jaguars)
- Teams Involved: The Jacksonville Jaguars have traded for Cornerback Greg Newsome II from the Cleveland Browns.
- Trade Package:
- Jaguars receive Greg Newsome II and a 2026 sixth-round draft pick.
- Browns receive Tyson Campbell and a 2026 seventh-round draft pick.
📊 Key Highlights
- Contract Status:
Greg Newsome II is currently playing under his fifth-year option, worth about $13.38 million this season.
He will become a free agent after the 2025 season unless re-signed by the Jaguars. - Team Fit:
Newsome adds versatility and depth to Jacksonville’s secondary. He can play both outside and slot cornerback roles, strengthening the Jaguars’ defense. - Trade Status:
The deal is pending physicals and official league approval, which is standard for all trades.