Pre-Combine Browns Mock Draft
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- Feb 25
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Round 1, Pick 2
Shedeur Sanders (QB, Colorado)
Browns go QB at #2 and land arguably the best one in the Draft. Sanders is coming off a great senior season at Colorado and is a great fit for the Stefanski/Rees offense. Sanders has shown his elite accuracy along with his poised decision-making. The Browns take a much-needed swing at quarterback and hope it pays off in the future.
Round 2, Pick 33
Omarion Hampton (RB, North Carolina)
Another addition to the offense, Hampton offers elite burst and great size. The Browns running attack was one of the worst in football last season, and much uncertainty with the future of Nick Chubb. At 6'0 220, Hampton is a big physical back that can it all. This pick instantly transforms the run game and gives Kevin Stefanski more options.
Round 3, Pick 67
Princely Umanmielen (EDGE, Ole Miss)
The opposite of Myles Garrett has been underwhelming for the last couple of seasons, and with Myles Garrett's future up in the air, the Browns have to take a playmaker at that position. Princely has electric burst at 6'4 264 and showcased his crazy length all season long. Some early comps are Jared Verse and Will McDonald, which would give the Browns a dominant force coming off the edge.
Round 3, Pick 94
Kevin Winston Jr (S, Penn State)
Grant Delpit has been a very good player since being drafted by the Browns but needs help at the other safety spot with Thornhill's availability. Winston offers fundamental tackling and versatility. The aggressive, good tackling safety is something the Browns could use.
Round 4, Pick 103
Gunnar Helm (TE, Texas)
David Njoku has been a great player since signing that extension, but behind him were thin. Gunnar Helm had a breakout season for the Longhorns and showed his ability to catch the football and showcase a complex route tree. At 6'5 238, Helm needs improvement in blocking, but in Round 4, this is great value.
Round 5, Pick 165
Nick Nash (WR, San Jose State)
Nash won the triple crown last season leading the Country in receptions, yards, and touchdowns. Browns are getting a high IQ physical receiver that will make an impact right away. Nash can play on the outside or in the slot and gives the Browns options with how to use him.
Round 6, Pick 181
Cody Simon (LB, Ohio State)
Cody Simon had a breakout 2024-2025 season and ended his college career as a National Champion. Simon played 3 different LB spots at OSU, which gives NFL coaches options on how and where to use him. Simon is labeled as undersized at 6'2 "235" but makes up for it with his aggressiveness and physicality.
Round 6, Pick 194
Jack Nelson (OT, Wisconsin)
The Browns have a hole at LT with Jedrick Wills likely on his way out this off-season. Nelson stands at 6'7", 316 pounds and possesses the frame to be a strong anchor at LT potentially for years to come. Nelson played in 38 games in the last 3 years at Wisconsin, which shows the durability to play at the next level.
Round 6, Pick 202
Howard Cross III (DT, Notre Dame)
Howard Cross played a pivotal role in Notre Dame's run to the National Championship. Cross is a high-motor, quick defensive tackle who can demonstrate good burst and closing speed. His size at 6'1" 288 is considered to be on the smaller side, which could limit his production against double teams and blockers at the point of attack. With that being said, in Round 6, Cross is a player to take a chance on due to his upside.
Round 6, Pick 216
Jabbar Muhammad (CB, Oregon)
In round 6, the Browns select Jabbar Muhammad, an undersized defensive back with strong coverage skills. Muhammad makes up for his size with the ability to play multiple positions in the secondary while being a fundamental tackler. His size and lack of physicality have dropped him to round 6, but he is worth taking a shot on.
Round 6, Pick 217
Connor Colby (OG, Iowa)
With the second selection of back-to-back picks in the 6th round, the Browns select a 6'6", 310-pound guard out of Iowa. Colby excels in zone-blocking schemes, along with showing quick footwork and agility to reach blocks. Depth on the offensive line is something the Browns surely could use, with Bitonio and Teller not getting any younger.
Round 7, Pick 257
Ryan Fitzgerald (K, Florida State)
The Browns' final selection is Ryan Fitzgerald, a kicker out of Florida State. Fitzgerald has a big leg and was 5/5 beyond 50 yards last season. He's improved every year at FSU and has become one of the best kicking prospects in the draft. If the Browns select him, they will have to get him used to the weather and conditions of Cleveland, but this pick puts pressure on Dustin Hopkins to perform or eventually be released.
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