It's no secret that the Cleveland Browns have been terrible over the last 5-10 years, not threatening to make thee playoffs. No matter who is coaching, and playing QB they just cant muster together a winning season. The biggest issue I see isn't so much talent, as they have had a vast amount of draft selections it seems year in and year out. It comes down to coaching and team chemistry, both which never seem to come together. Now don't get me wrong, they do have a somewhat weak team structure as far as players as well. But for the amount of high draft picks they have obtained over the last 5 years, most players haven't stuck with the team. Once again, the Browns host a slew of draft selections being the 1st and 4th overall in the first round, as well as the 33rd, 35th and 64th. I am going to display a game plan for Cleveland, starting with the free agency period on how to try and right this ship, so lets have some fun!
Free Agency:
1) Their first move in my eyes is to lock in a Quarterback, and not through the draft. They have swung and missed with Kizer, Manziel and Weeden so far and cant risk a drat choice again. So my thoughts are go get A.J. McCarron who won his grievance against the Bengals. You keep him in division, and he can face his old team twice a year. He isn't a flashy name, but who that is flashy wants to play in a cold weathered, bottom of the league team? If anything, a player willing to go their is someone who just wants to be a starter in this league. It wont break the bank, and he will rank as a mid-tier talent available. Other options could include Sam Bradford, or as a wild card is trading for Mike Glennon from the Bears.
2) Sign Terelle Pryor, though it seems crazy after he had a down season at least he knows the offense in Cleveland. ANd with that down year, I doubt he did much to have teams fighting for his services to improve a team. The Browns tried to re-acquire him at the trade deadline so they have interest in him. I think pairing him with Josh Gordan will help him re-emerge as a threat. That will be a solid dup on the outside, and you hope Corey Coleman stays healthy and is your slot guy.
3) Signing Malcolm Butler would go a long way into improving a very leaky secondary. Jason McCourty was a solid addition and played well, but they need more youth, and Butler is looking for a big pay day. The Browns can give him anything he wants as terms of funding with the space they have. Butler slates as their #1 cornerback.
NFL Draft:
#1 With the need of playmakers for a weak offense, I truly believe Barkley is the guy you take with this pick. He is as explosive as Zek was coming out of college, but also fielded punts in college as a 4 down player. He is explosive with speed, strength and elusiveness. Saquon Barkley can be tht game changing draft pick the Browns have missed on over the last 10 years.
#4 The need to add another playmaker on defense is still a focus, and Minkah Fitzpatrick is the best player coming out for secondary help. He can slot at either corner and safety, and has good speed and ball awareness. The Browns can implement some fun defenses with Fitzpatrick versatility and last years safety Jabrill Peppers.
#31 (Trade) The Browns make a move here to go up and grab a player who might not make it past the Eagles. The Patriots are known for trading down near the end of round 1, and will get the Browns #33 pick and #65. With this pick Cleveland will grab Kolton Miller who can help fill in at Right Tackle for now. He may be the successor for a aging Joe Thomas who is coming off injury this past season.
#64 To continue the offensive rehaul, the Browns will go with Anthony Miller at the receiver position. Some insurance for both Gordan and Coleman, Miller provides a speed and reliability for both guys. At Memphis he put up enormous numbers, grabbing 37 scores in 3 seasons.
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