The Cleveland Browns are in the midst of an organizational overhaul. They have already moved on from two-time NFL Coach of the Year Kevin Stefanski and hired Todd Monken to replace him. Despite having three QBs on the roster, the Browns also do not have a franchise quarterback.
Still, to properly evaluate Cleveland's quarterback situation, they may want to strengthen the foundation around him. Whether it's offensive line, pass-catcher, or both, Brown has a lot of unproven upside. They also have two first-round picks, one or possibly two of which could be used at respective positions.
However, recently, Bleacher Report's Brent Sobleski had another idea. Why not try to trade for a proven talent who is already an NFL veteran? He suggests that the Browns trade wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. to the Jaguars.
“What could have been (an) interesting turn of events reminiscent of the film draft dayThe Cleveland Browns could acquire this year's first-round pick, originally from the Jacksonville Jaguars, which, where it is concerned, would cost the trade along with wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr.
Bleacher Report's Brent Sobleski on the Browns/Brian Thomas Jr. trade
While trading for Thomas, a one-time Pro Bowler who is still only 23 years old, might seem like an ideal solution in Cleveland, there is no guarantee Jacksonville wants to trade him. In fact, more reports suggest that the 23rd overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft isn't actually even available.
Thomas started 14 games last season, recording 707 receiving yards and two touchdowns. A year ago, Thomas started all 17 games while recording 1,282 yards and 10 touchdowns. If he can get back to that level of production, Thomas could emerge as Cleveland's new alpha receiver, forming a strong tandem with Jerry Jeudy.
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