“Water boy” – Social media ERUPTS as Jake Paul signs mysterious new contract with the Browns amidst NFL’s deal with Youtube
Emily Schmidt
Updated on March 31, 2026
Jake Paul is a widely known social media personality and boxer, the YouTuber is regarded as a jack of all trades as he has attempted numerous things in his life and succeeded in some of them.
The NFL world came to shocked after seeing a social media post where Paul signed for the NFL team Cleveland Browns. The news came as a surprise to everyone and couldn’t understand what role will the YouTuber play in the Browns team.
In the video, the 25-year-old is seen posting with his Browns jersey, with the number 00 on the back of it. “Crazy news guys, I got a contract with the Cleveland Browns.” The caption on Jake Paul’s video read.
Paul has always shared his desire to play in the NFL and has always believed that he would make a great athlete. Though he had done professional boxing, football is a whole different ball game.
“I wanna go to NFL after this. Like legitimately, just to play like safety and just deck people. I swear to God, I’m about to bring hella ratings to whatever team I’m on.” Jake Paul stated on the Impaulsive podcast. “Would you have ever thought that I would play for the Cleveland Browns? No, right? That would be crazy. I could run a 4.34. I have the size, I have the power, I can knock people out with one punch. So why can’t I play free safety?”
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NFL Twitter went berserk after Jake Paul’s news vent viral
Jake Paul has done lots of random things in his life and is often faced with little or no repercussions. His role in the Browns organization is still unknown as many debated on social media.
Some think that he is the new mascot for the Browns while others believe he will be a player for them. However, it’s tough to imagine a player with 00 on his jersey.
Rumors are circling stating that Paul will be the social media ambassador for the Browns and try to help them the way he can after a controversial season.
NFL Twitter erupted after the news went viral, and many interesting reactions and memes were made regarding the situation. Take a look at some of them down below.
Bro this is lit keep breaking boundaries
— Ac7ionMann (@Ac7ionMann) December 23, 2022
They gave you the same number as division titles! Wow ‼️
— Not Jake 🥷🏻 (@CincyHub) December 23, 2022
Jake Paul is that dude that completes all the random side quests for no reason.
— fxnction (@fxnction) December 23, 2022
First you give us an elf in the middle of our field now this
— Welch (@TrickDice4) December 23, 2022
The Browns are trying real hard to make up for their controversial season by signing Jake Paul as they currently sit 3rd in their division with no hopes for a playoff spot this season as they face the Saints in their next game.
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