Browns: 30 players that Cleveland should consider on Day 3 of the NFL Draft
By Chad Porto
Offense
QB Ian Book
The Browns need to start grooming a backup quarterback because there is no way that Case Keenum is on the roster in 2022. Ian Book is as good as anyone at this point.
RB Jaret Patterson
Personally, the running back position is fine. That said, maybe not everyone is as high on D’Ernest Johnson as the Browns third-string running back. This compact dynamo could give Cleveland something unique to offer.
WR Sage Surratt
Not to be confused with his brother Chazz, Sage Surratt is a receiver at Wake Forrest. He posted a 1,000-yard season, who also hurt his stock with an opt-out in 2020. The Browns don’t need another receiver but at this point why not? You have six picks left.
WR Ben Skowronek
A solid game tame exists for Ben Skowronek but he was injured on his pro day, so no measurables. He is 6’3 though and the Browns can always stand to gain some size.
TE Noah Gray
A solid athlete, Noah Gray would be an excellent choice to bring in if the Browns end up moving David Njoku anytime soon. Even if they just let him walk. Gray has receiver speed (4.56) and a good size to play on the line.
TE Pro Wells
Mostly on this list because his name is cool. At 6’3 he’s the same size as Noah Gray, and his 4.83 40-time isn’t anything inspiring. Nor is the lack of production while at TCU. Gray is athletic enough to justify going to get him, Wells’ cool name may not be.
OT Adrian Ealy
You can’t teach size, that’s mostly why Adrian Ealy is on this list. He’s not impressive on the bench or with his agility drills but he played at Oklahoma and that’s something. Could be a late-round project player.
OT Carson Green
Second verse, same as the first. You’re not going to be finding athletic marvels at this position so late in the draft. You can only hope that you can develop one of these titans into someone useful.
OG Tommy Kraemer
Ohio’s own Tommy Kraemer is still on the board and while he’s been inconsistent, he does fit the mold of a Browns linemen. He’s quick, he’s big and he can pull. What more do you need in a guard?
C Michal Menet
A versatile player and steady leader, Michal Menet is a nice option to develop as a prospect. He’ll have a year or two behind J.C. Tretter at least and then you can see where he is after that.