As NFL Draft week arrives, the Cleveland Browns sit in one of the more curious picks of the first round. At No. 6 overall, there is no clear-cut indication of what they'll do with their first pick this year. 

They could trade back, they could address a need by selecting a wide receiver or a tackle, they could even take best player available regardless of the position. A final decision will reveal itself in the coming day. 

Meanwhile, with nine total picks at his disposal, including four picks in the top 70, GM Andrew Berry has a chance to inject some serious talent into a rebuilding roster. 

Before any decisions are made, our staff at Roundtable submits their best guess at what will go down next weekend. Here's a final seven-round mock draft before the main event on Thursday. 

Dylan Feltovich: TRADE

Browns trade pick No. 6 and No. 70 to the Dallas Cowboys in exchange for pick No. 12 and No. 20

Anthony Moeglin: Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State

It’s time. I’ve been banging this drum for a very long time and Cleveland finally submits their pick for the best wide receiver in this year’s NFL Draft, Carnell Tate. Tate is a rare combination of all the great things needed to be a wide receiver, with unrivaled toughness and competitiveness. He's everything the Browns need in a wide receiver and they pull the trigger to secure an offensive weapon.

Spencer German: TRADE

Cleveland sends pick 6 and pick 146 to the Rams for pick 13 and 207 this year, plus a 2027 first round pick 

Dylan Feltovich: Monroe Freeling, OT, Georgia

While the rumors of a potential trade down begin to die down, I believe that Andrew Berry will find a suitor during the draft. In this scenario, the Browns move down six spots and acquire an additional first-round pick while still managing to fill the left tackle position with Georgia's Monroe Freeling.

Monroe Freeling, OT Georgia: The Rams came calling and offered a future first to move up to 6, which was an offer I simply couldn't refuse. Given everything Todd Monken has said this offseason about building an offense, it feels like the Browns will finish their o-line overhaul first and foremost. At 13, Freeling makes too much sense for the Browns as one of the only pure left tackles in the class. Sure, there are some things to work on, but his ceiling is extremely high. 

KC Concepcion, WR, Texas A&M: Thanks to the trade down, Cleveland could be in a perfect spot to take one of the top receivers in Texas A&M's KC Concepcion. The explosive SEC pass catcher may have concerns regarding his drops in college, but his dynamic speed would allow him to become a perfect weapon for newly-hired head coach Todd Monken due to his incredible yards after the catch ability.

Dylan Feltovich: Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, S, Toledo

With both the left tackle and wide receiver positions being addressed, the Browns could fill a massive hole on the defensive side of the ball with Toledo safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren. Cleveland's newest defensive coordinator, Mike Rutenberg, has plenty of experience with young, talented safeties throughout his time with the Atlanta Falcons, and McNeil-Warren is an ideal fit for his defensive scheme.

Spencer German: Omar Cooper Jr., WR Indiana

Sticking to the script of Cleveland addressing their two biggest needs, Cooper Jr. is the best WR available. While he largely operated in the slot at Indiana, he can bounce outside if needed. Most importantly, though, he's a playmaker who has a knack for coming down with the ball and continually makes plays after contact. 

Anthony Moeglin: Blake Miller, OT, Clemson  

This pick started with an attempt to trade with New York for Pick 16 to get ahead of the Detroit Lions who selected Monroe Freeling in this scenario. I was unwilling to give up my third round second round pick so I passed up on the chance and settled in at 24.

Blake Miller was the top tackle on the board and the Browns solve their two biggest problems, wide receiver and tackle with their first two picks of the draft.

Dylan Feltovich: TRADE

Browns trade pick No. 39 to the New York Jets in exchange for picks No. 44 and No. 103. 

Anthony Moeglin: Tackle, Caleb Lomu, Utah

Okay Cleveland’s offensive line room needs the help it can get. The Browns have a lot of faith in Dawand Jones to be a quality backup but his first three years in the league have resulted in three season ending injuries.

Cleveland takes Miller with 24 and then right away take Lomu with pick 39 to add elite depth at the position incase Tytus Howard isn’t the long term answer or Jones can’t be relied upon as a swing tackle. This pick also gives you the insurance that you will have someone ready and let Jones walk at the end of next year.

Spencer German: Colton Hood, CB, Tennessee

Hood is one of the top corners in this draft and there's a chance he even goes in round one. In this case he falls to 39 and is easily the best player available. Cleveland could use more depth at cornerback, specifically at the nickel spot. Hood is a menacing man-coverage guru and fits the Browns defensive philosophy perfectly. 

Germie Bernard, WR, Alabama

To recoup some draft capital, the Browns decide to move down to pick No. 44 and select Alabama wide receiver Germie Bernard. Despite not possessing an elite trade, Bernard's willingness to do anything on offense makes him a dream pass catcher for Monken, while also offering Cleveland a reliable pass catcher for the next four years.

Dylan Feltovich: TRADE

Browns traded pick No. 70 with pick No. 6 to the Cowboys to acquire picks No. 12 and 20.

Anthony Moeglin: Davison Igbinosun, CB, Ohio State  

This is my favorite pick of the draft. The Browns dip into the Buckeyes talent pool twice and select Igbinosun who has the potential to be a great NFL cornerback. Igbinosun is a fascinating prospect because he is a unique body type and he has incredible speed. He competes at a level that is uncommon and will help Cleveland immediately next year and can help them succession plan for life after Denzel Ward.

Spencer German: Oscar Delp, TE, Georgia

Maybe a little early for Delp. That said, Todd Monken ran the third-most 12-personnel in Baltimore last year, and he has history with Delp from his time as Georgia's OC. The Bulldogs offense didn't necessarily highlight his athleticism and pass-catching ability, which are two qualities that have pushed him up boards this offseason. Monken will make sure those things are accentuated alongside Harold Fannin Jr. 

Oscar Delp, TE, Georgia

2025 third-round pick Harold Fannin Jr. was nothing short of impressive throughout his first year with the organization, but with star tight end David Njoku likely signing elsewhere this offseason, adding another tight end to the rumor would only bolster the unit. Georgia's Oscar Delp spent the early parts of his college career under Monken, so a reunion in Cleveland makes perfect sense to kick off Day Three.

Dylan Feltovich: Jadon Canady, CB, Oregon 

The Browns' cornerback duo of Denzel Ward and Tyson Campbell proved to be excellent over the course of the 2025 season, but Berry must add a slot cornerback into the mix this offseason. Oregon's Jadon Canady was a tough playmaker for the Ducks' secondary unit last season, and could easily develop into the team's slot cornerback for the foreseeable future.

Anthony Moeglin: Zakee Wheatley, S, Penn State

If Igbinosun is my favorite pick, Wheatley is my second favorite one. Wheatley stands at a long 6’3” with great ability to cover in the post and compete with the ball in the air. He gives up a little bit of ability at the line of scrimmage but makes up for it with a large amount of compete.

If you squint your eyes, you’ll see a touch of Kyle Hamilton in Wheatley’s game.

Spencer German: Garrett Nussmeier, QB, LSU

Another thing I'm convinced of: the Browns are destined to add a fourth QB at some point, especially with a new head coach who had no say in the current construction of the depth chart. Why no Nussmeier, who is still available somehow at 107. The value is there, and Nussmeier is an intriguing player, who entered last season as arguably the most NFL-ready QB before injuries derailed his 2025 campaign with LSU. If healthy, there could be a viable QB in there. 

Dylan Feltovich: Anthony Lucas, EDGE, USC

It's safe to say that Berry will likely have to start preparing for a world without star EDGE Myles Garrett, so why not begin to rebuild the line with USC's Anthony Lucus in round five? At 21 years old, Lucas' impressive athletic profile makes him a perfect developmental pass rusher under the likes of Garrett in 2026.

Anthony Moeglin: Edge, Max Llewellyn, Iowa  

This was probably a bit of a stretch here at pick 146, but Cleveland goes with a developmental edge rusher with some great length at the position. The Browns only have four EDGE rushers on their roster right now, and it is not a position of concern, yet, so a fifth-rounder on an EDGE rusher with decent potential is a move I'm willing to make.

Spencer German: TRADE

Traded to Rams as part of a trade from pick No. 6 to No. 13

Dylan Feltovich: Taylen Green, QB, Arkansas

The Browns have yet to find their franchise quarterback for the future, and with Berry signaling earlier this offseason of potentially adding another young quarterback to the room, Arkansas' Taylen Green is the ultimate flyer for Cleveland. Green had one of the best combine performances from a quarterback that we've seen, and despite being a true project, his upside is too good to pass up in round five.

Anthony Moeglin: TRADE

The Browns traded back with the Colts to pick 156 in exchange for 149 and pick 214.

Spencer German: Aiden Fisher, LB, Indiana

Linebacker almost always feels like a need for the Browns, and that's no different this year. Fisher won't turn heads as a coverage backer. He lacks the lateral quickness and overall athletic ability to be a sideline-to-sideline coverage guy. But his instincts are NFL ready, and he racks up tackles. 

Tight End, Eli Raridon, Notre Dame 

The Browns go with a veteran tight end with the second pick of the fifth round. The Browns traded back with the Colts to pick 156 in exchange for 149 and pick 214. This is a low-risk pick for a guy who has some potential to be the second tight end with Harold Fannin Jr. Raridon could be a late-round steal and would be an extension of Todd Monken’s run game.

This was the biggest disappointment of the draft. I tried to find a trade partner to move up from pick 206 to get BYU’s Chase Roberts in the sixth round. I traded up to pick 195 in exchange for picks 206 and 248, and he was selected with pick 192. Roberts is going to be a late-round coveted pick as teams try to find the next Puka Nacua. 

Instead, we get another backup, depth center Pat Coogan, who played his entire college career in Indiana. He started at Notre Dame and helped lead the Irish to a National Championship loss, and then transferred to Indiana to lead the Hoosiers to the title last year.

Dylan Feltovich: Travis Burke, OT, Memphis

After addressing some of the key needs on defense, the Browns could begin to build depth on the offensive line in round six with Memphis' Travis Burke. There is a good chance that Burke moves inside at the NFL level, but his violence as a run blocker provides a solid baseline for his development path in 2026 and beyond.

Anthony Moeglin: TRADE 

The Browns traded up to pick 195 in exchange for picks 206 and 248

Spencer German: TRADE

The Browns trade pick 20 to the Patriots for pick 212 and a 2027 seventh. 

Eli Heidenreich, FB, Navy: Todd Monken said at the annual meetings that he wanted to add a fullback when it's all said and done. Enter Heidenreich, who is a rare product of the service academies that has garnered NFL interest. He found plenty of success as a runner out of the backfield, but also in the slot as a pass catcher. 

Lorenzo Styles Jr., S, Ohio State

Safety is also a lesser talked-about need for the Browns, and while top names like Caleb Downs and Emmanuel McNeil-Warren are very enticing, the board didn't necessarily warrant taking either. Styles Jr. is a nice day three consultation prize after flashing some elite 4.2 forty speed at the NFL Combine. 

Luke Altmyer, QB, Illinois

Via the trade back with the Colts in the fifth round, the Browns use pick 214 to add some depth at the quarterback position. If things sour between the Browns and Dillon Gabriel, Altmyer is there as a replacement. I was always a fan of Altmyer’s game at Illinois. He threw for over 3,000 yards and 22 touchdowns last year for the Illini. You never know, maybe he is the next Brock Purdy.

Dylan Feltovich: Eric McAlister, WR, TCU 

If TCU's Eric McAlister manages to fall all the way to the seventh round of this year's draft, you best believe that Berry would take a shot on the underrated pass catcher. McAlister finished his final college season with over 1,100 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns, but his off-the-field concerns could affect his stock heading into this year's draft.

Anthony Moeglin: TRADE

The Browns traded up to pick 195 in exchange for picks 206 and 248

Spencer German: Ethan Burke, DE, Texas

Defensive end is going to be a higher priority than people realize after the team wound up not signing A.J. Epenesa. This is probably later than they'd like to address the position, but it's how things fell. He aggressively attacks tacklers with appropriate aggression, but lacks the pass rush moves to consistently get to the quarterback. 

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