Time for another mock draft, because I can’t get enough of this year’s draft, or any year’s draft for that matter. Again let me explain, the Browns draft for depth and future starters and not need. One of their core principles is never pay for depth and rookie contracts are the cheapest. The Browns currently have five picks in the 2024 NFL draft. one second round pick (54), one third round pick (85), one fifth round pick (156), one sixth round pick (206) and one seventh round pick (243). Browns GM Andrew Berry usually trades the team’s seventh round pick so the team can start contacting potential undrafted rookie free agents. So here goes.
Pick 54. Kiran Amegadjie, OT, Yale. Excellent run blocker and pass blocker. In pass sets, he adjusts his stance to the defender he is facing. After a year of development, he has the ability to be a very good starter in the league.
Pick 85. Devontez Walker, WR, North Carolina. Because of his size (6-foot-2, 200 lbs.) and speed he is a vertical threat. He can turn overthrows into receptions. Can create explosive opportunities in the passing game. Averaged 30.7 yards per catch on touchdown receptions.
Pick 156. Josh Newton, CB, TCU. Can play man and cover two, as well as inside or out. Very physical at the catch point and will play run defense. He can quickly read the opposing quarterback. Played over 4000 snaps in his college career.
Pick 206. Marist Liufau, LB, Notre Dame. A traditional middle linebacker. Plays with violence. Has great football IQ and field awareness. He has good short area burst and attacks ball carriers and blockers. A nice day three pick who can play special teams.
Pick 243. A.J. Barner, TE, Michigan. An ideal number three tight end. Has good play strength as a run blocker and a receiver. Very comfortable as an in-line tight end. As a receiver, has the ability to separate on routes.
I love Kiran Amegadjie as a replacement for Jedrick Wills in 2025 and he’s had a visit with the Browns. He’s a name to watch if he drops. Devontez Walker could be a bigger and faster replacement for Elijah Moore who is still scheduled to be a free agent in 2025. Personally, I hope the Browns resign Moore. Josh Newton is a cornerback and Andrew Berry loves drafting cornerbacks. He can play on the outside and in the slot. You can never have enough corners and Berry has drafted some good ones. Marist Liufau is a football player. He’s strong and physical, something this run defense needs. Could replace Jordan Hicks in 2025. A.J. Barner is the perfect number three tight end, who could develop into a number two.
I like how this draft fell. Some fans would be upset the Browns took an offensive tackle at 54, but those same fans also complain about Jedrick Wills. I think I covered all the important positions. Just remember, Andrew Berry likes to trade down to gather more picks and he hardly ever uses his seventh-round pick. You can also find my articles at, https://www.fansfirstsports.com/teams/nfl/cleveland-browns/ and my podcasts at, http://@ElfzNetwork on twitter, YouTube, Spotify, Apple and all sites for your podcast needs. Let me know what you think. Stay safe and Go Browns.