Ex-Browns QB Pens Viral Message After Departure

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Former Browns QB Jameis Winston signed with the New York Giants.

Jameis Winston had his ups and downs with the Cleveland Browns, but he will fondly remember his lone season with the franchise.

Winston moved on after a season in Cleveland, signing with the New York Giants in free agency. He inked a two-year deal worth $8 million with the Giants. Winston penned a goodbye message to the Browns and their fans on social media on Thursday.

“Dear Cleveland. I’m so happy and grateful for everything we experienced together this past year,“ Winston wrote on Instagram. ”From day one, you welcomed my family and me with open arms — and for that, I’m forever thankful. To the Dawg Pound: you were electric. Snow or shine, highs or lows, your energy never wavered.

“You reminded us all what loyalty, passion, and community really look like. This year was one of growth, service, and adaptability — not just for me personally, but for my family as well. And Cleveland, you played a major role in that. The spirit of this city, the heart of its people, and the bond we’ve built will always be with us.”

The statement drew nearly 60,000 likes and 1,000 comments shortly after being posted.