DRAFT NEWS

SNS takes a deep dive look into how every NFL team reloaded during the 2026 NFL Draft - every draft pick is evaluated and each UDFA class is assessed. Every NFL team is graded on how they addressed team needs and an early assessment is made about what to expect in the coming season. And for those who play fantasy football, consider this your first primer on the 2026 NFL rookie fantasy class as each rookie class is assessed and future stars are identified!

The Browns have two first round picks - number six and number 24 - and have glaring needs at WR and OT, two of the deepest positions in the draft with multiple prospects who have earned first round grades. Let's analyze where the Browns are likely headed with this year's draft and four prospects that are candidates for Cleveland's two first-round picks.

The top of the OT class offers several potential plug and play starters as rookies, although there are more quality ORT prospects than the more coveted blind side protectors. Francis Mauigoa / Miami, Fl and Spencer Fano / Utah, both ORTs in college, are the best prospects in this year's draft class. Other top OT prospects in this year's class includes, Caleb Lomu / Utah, Kadyn Proctor / Alabama, Blake Miller / Clemson, Max Iheanachor / Arizona State, and Monroe Freeling / Geo