If Mayfield got cut, would be interesting if McVay would consider doing the same thing he did with Bortles?
If I recall correctly there was a story when Mayfield came out how he and McVay sat together on a plane, maybe it was to or from the combine. And McVay saying he was impressed with him. Now could have just been coach speak etc.. However the Browns will have to cut him at some point if no one trades for him. Or is his full salary for this yr guaranteed?
If not guaranteed and they release him, I would take him on a cheap one yr deal to be the back up. He is smart enough to know whose team it is and he could see this as a way to rehab his image and to learn from the best.
Also, if Stafford goes down (God forbid) you have a vet back up and worse case you get a solid comp pick down the road when he leaves. Best case is if he gets in a couple games and plays well, maybe you can trade him or you get a real good future comp pick.
Just a thought.