Cleveland Browns: Looking at a perfect fantasy mock draft for 2020
By Chad Porto
Browns go Big Ten for rounds two and three
Browns draft Wisconsin LB Zack Baun at No. 41 overall
This may seem odd, to have four linebackers (cus you know, Clay Matthews exists on this team in my fantasy) but it makes sense. Guys like Baun, Mack Wilson, Sione Takitaki, and rookie Patrick Queen are not established NFL players. The best case scenario sees all of them become starting level caliber guys and the team either moves one or two of them in future years. Having Baun come in and provide some much-needed depth, as well as his versatility blitzing and covering gives the Browns options at a position filled with nothing but questions.
Browns take Minnesota WR Tyler Johnson or Florida’s Van Jefferson at No. 74 overall
This move was actually changed, as it was going to be for a safety. Yet, that trade with Minnesota nixed the need. Plus, losing Odell Beckham for picks made a receiver a necessity. Sure, you aren’t looking at replacing Beckham this deep in the draft but maybe you can find a gem anyway.
Browns take Tyler Biadasz in round three at No. 97 overall
The best interior blocker is picked up before the end of the third round. Unlike fellow Badger Baun, every pick taken so far has been done so with the intention of starting as a rookie. That’s the case here for Biadasz, who would slide in nicely next to Ezra Cleveland or Jack Conklin on the right side of the line; depending on who starts where. He’s a bowling ball of punishment and has incredible strength as a run blocker.