According to analyst Mel Kiper Jr., a major trade with the Dallas Cowboys could completely redefine the team's strategy. In this 2026 NFL Draft Browns-Cowboys trade scenario, Dallas would send its 12th and 20th picks to Cleveland in exchange for the 6th and 39th picks.

There’s also a financial layer to it. Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk reported that Garrett has a $1 million workout bonus in 2026 tied to attendance thresholds. By skipping, Garrett is likely forfeiting that money. But on a $160 million deal, it’s a relatively minor hit.

Trading down in the NFL draft seems to be a perennial option for the long-struggling Cleveland Browns. ESPN looks back at last year’s trade-down and approves the Browns’ approach. It’s the OBR Daily Newswire for April 19,

Dexter Lawrence is coming to the AFC North, and the Cleveland Browns' ramshackle offensive line is going to need more reinforcements during the 2026 NFL Draft.

Cleveland Browns general manager Andrew Berry hasn't shut the door on drafting another quarterback. Drew Allar is the one that makes the most sense.

There are few sure things in the NFL draft. Yet, GMs are expected to be able to predict the future athletes, including talented but injury-riddled players like Arizona State wide receiver Jordyn Tyson.

In 1995, Browns Head Coach Bill Belichick had his eye on a bruising defensive end, Ta’u Pupu’a, from Weber State. The Browns liked him so much that they made him their fifth-round draft selection.

The 2026 edition of the NFL draft fast approaches. Fans of the Cleveland Browns are hoping this could be another foundational draft after the 2025 one was successful. Although the process of free agency can fill holes and provide quality depth,

Where Cleveland stands, what it needs and how it should approach Round 1

The Browns have two first-round picks and nine total selections in the 2026 draft. Here's the latest on what Cleveland might do.

Who actually fits what the Browns are building? Let's look at 25 draft prospects that could be on Cleveland's board.