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Browns Mock Draft: Post-NFL Combine shake-up helps Cleveland fix needs
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The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine is officially in the books, and the offseason continues to heat up with free agency starting next week. The Cleveland Browns got a jump start on improving their team on Monday, trading for offensive linemen Tytus Howard from the Houston Texans for a fifth-round pick.
This move helps clear up the picture for the Browns' draft plans, with one of the two tackle spots locked down, meaning they likely won't target a guy like Miami 's Francis Mauigoa unless they think he kicks into guard instead of right tackle. So with the Combine over, let's dive into a new seven-round Cleveland Browns mock draft .
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Round 1, Pick 6: Monroe Freeling, LT, Georgia
As expected, Georgia offensive tackle Monroe Freeling had a fantastic combine showing, just how incredible he is as an athlete for his position and size. Freeling earned a 9.99 out of 10 relative athletic score and ran a 4.95-second 40-yard dash at 315 pounds. He has 34 3/4" arms, and his tape shows his incredible athletic potential and length. He is potentially the best pass blocker in this class, and his potential is more than worth using the sixth overall pick on him.
Round 1, Pick 24: Olaivavega Ioane, LG, Penn State
Ioane is a three‑year starter with proven pass‑protection production, surrendering zero sacks over the past two seasons across more than 800 pass‑blocking snaps. He plays with heavy, accurate hands, allowing him to initiate contact and control defenders in both phases. Displays above‑average play strength and football intelligence, consistently sorting out stunts, twists, and late movement. Shows dependable lateral mobility to stay connected through the rep and maintain his positioning.
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Round 2, Pick 39: Chris Bell, WR, Louisville
The most striking element on Bell's tape is his rare explosiveness and straight‑line speed, given his size and overall play strength. He accelerates instantly after the catch and consistently outruns defenders who appear to have leverage or angle advantage. Bell shows good spatial awareness versus zone coverage, understanding how to press landmarks, uncover into voids, and present a clean, accessible target for his quarterback.
Round 3, Pick 70: Skyler Bell, WR, UConn
UConn wide receiver Skyler Bell is an undersized slot at the next level who is a good route runner and a natural separator. He has great speed and showed it off at the combine with a 4.4-second 40-yard dash. Bell does a great job of throttling up and throttling down, helping him change direction quickly and create separation. He does a good job in space, forcing defenders to miss and creating extra yardage.
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Round 4, Pick 107: Sam Roush, TE, Stanford
Sam Roush is a good size for a tight end at 6-foot-5 and 260 lbs, with alignment versatility and solid pass protection when asked to stay in and help offensive tackles. He has the strength and size to be a good run blocker, but his technique needs some work. He is a physical after the catch and has decent speed to attack defenses up the seam with a good route tree.
Round 5, Pick 144: Cole Wisniewski, S, Texas Tech
Cole Wisniewski is a big physical safety who is at his best when he is in the box, but has lined up all over the defensive backfield and played most of his snaps as a deep cover safety. He has a good range and is a reliable tackler, looking to hurt people with his physicality and strength.
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Round 5, Pick 147: Aiden Fisher, LB, Indiana
Fisher is a smart player with good instincts who quickly diagnoses plays in front of him, allowing him to make up for his average athleticism. He is a reliable tackler and has good linear speed, allowing him to get sideline to sideline relatively well. He is likely a special-teams player at the next level, but it wouldn't be shocking if he turned into a very good special-teams player.
Round 6, Pick 205: Taylen Green , QB, Arkansas
If you are looking for a developmental quarterback who has intriguing physical traits, Taylen Green is that guy, and he showed you that at the combine. He's a big guy with great speed and a cannon for an arm. His accuracy is a mess, and he is hit-or-miss at reading defenses. But a flyer on a guy that has traits you can't teach in the sixth round isn't a bad idea.
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Round 7, Pick 248: Eli Heidenreich, FB, Navy
Heidenreich is an interesting prospect; he can line up all over the field with reliable hands as a pass catcher and good speed. He will be best as an H-back; he can be a lead blocker in the run game and a weapon out of the backfield that you can truly use in a multitude of ways.
This article originally appeared on Browns Wire: Browns Mock Draft: Post-NFL Combine shake-up helps Cleveland fix needs
