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Deshaun Watson’s contract has cost the Browns A LOT less than previously known, or does it? (Chris Pokorny) – The Deshaun Watson deal looks a little less bad now because of this.
OT Roger Shoals’ life after the Browns: From Paul Brown to VP of Sales and so much more (Barry Shuck) – Cleveland Browns history is full of great stories and players. Roger Shoals spoke with our Barry Shuck before his passing
Despite roster improvements, Browns starters still ranked near bottom of the NFL (Jared Mueller) – Cleveland Browns roster has seen improvements through NFL free agency, draft but ESPN has them ranked near the bottom.
Who takes over as the leader of the Browns’ defense? Fans split on two players (Chris Pokorny) – Browns fans think Jared Verse has what it takes to be the new defensive leader…eventually.
Browns Quinshon Judkins not among Top 10 RBs in the NFL, yet (Jared Mueller) – The Cleveland Browns offense needs Quinshon Judkins to be great, but NFL execs don’t think he’s a Top 10 RB, yet.

Browns rookie Parker Brailsford finds some advantages to smaller size (Beacon Journal) – One size doesn’t fit all, including NFL offensive linemen. And that includes NFL centers.
The 3 explosive Browns players who could make Cleveland’s offense genuinely dangerous this season: Film review (cleveland.com) – The Browns entered the offseason with a clear objective: improve the offense by improving the talent around it.
3 Cleveland Browns players whose future is at stake with the team during the 2026 NFL season (A to Z Sports) – We’re getting closer to Cleveland Browns’ training camp where roster battles will surely be taking place. Today, we will highlight three players who have their future in Cleveland to play for in 2026.
What questions do Browns need to answer in training camp? (Good Morning Football) – “GMFB” debates what questions the Cleveland Browns need to answer in training camp. (Video)

Falcons want Tagovailoa, Penix to put their best foot forward — literally (ESPN) – One of the first orders of business for new Atlanta Falcons quarterbacks coach Alex Van Pelt was to hang a big sign in the QB room. “Trust your feet,” it reads.
Saints’ Justin Reid: Cam Jordan’s return ‘huge’ for culture of the club (NFL.com) – Cameron Jordan’s return to the New Orleans Saints for one final season is invaluable to the locker room.
New Titans TE Daniel Bellinger Ready to do His Part in OC Brian Daboll’s Offense (tennesseetitans.com) – The Titans targeted tight end Daniel Bellinger when free agency opened up in March. This fall, we’ll find out how much the Titans plan to target Bellinger on Sundays, but the former Giant said he’ll be ready for whatever comes him way in OC Brian Daboll’s offense.