3 good things from the Browns loss to the Packers

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Dec 25, 2021; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Cleveland Browns running back D’Ernest Johnson (30) breaks a tackle by Green Bay Packers safety Adrian Amos (31) in the second quarter at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports /

The Offensive line

The Browns’ offensive line finally looked good. Maybe that’s more an indictment against the Packers’ front seven than it is a compliment to the Browns offensive line but outside of a few mistakes and a couple blew pass protections that resulted in back-breaking sacks, the line did its job.

Nick Harris did a fine job blocking, especially with it being his first start at center and how badly he looked last year as a rookie. Harris may have stepped forward nicely but I’d like to see more from him before decreeing him the long-term replacement option for J.C. Tretter.

Blake Hance looked good at tackle, maybe a sign that the Packers’ defense wasn’t up to snuff after all. The Browns seem to have a real option in Michael Dunn, who continually looks good no matter when his number is called.

Joel Bitnio is also making a case to be the team’s permanent option at left tackle, as he’s far and away a better option over Jedrick Wills. I’m still baffled that Wills somehow got selected to be a Pro Bowl alternate, but hey, congrats to him.

Overall the Browns offensive line looked fantastic and that’s something to celebrate.

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