Browns trade down in Round 1. What they got, what they’re thinking

TL;DR

The Browns traded pick No. 6 to the Chiefs for pick No. 9, a third-round pick (No. 74), and a fifth-round pick (No. 148). This move allows the Browns to potentially select a tackle or wide receiver while gaining more draft capital.

Key points

Browns traded pick No. 6 to the Chiefs
Received pick No. 9, No. 74, and No. 148
Allows for selection of tackle or wide receiver
Browns GM Andrew Berry is known for draft maneuvers
Chiefs drafted Mansoor Delane with the traded pick

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BEREA — The Browns are on the move in the first round of the NFL draft. Cleveland has traded pick No. 6 to the Kansas City Chiefs in exchange for pick No. 9 in the first round. The Browns will also receive pick No. 74 in the third round and 148 in the fifth round in from the Chiefs. It's yet another move by Browns general manager Andrew Berry to manuever around the draft during the event, something he grown accustomed to doing since being hired in 2020. The most notable came a year ago, when he pulled off a deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars right ahead of the draft, sending pick No. 2 overall, along with fourth- and fifth-rounders in that draft, to them in exchange for pick No. 5 in 2025, second- and fourth-round picks in 2025 and Jacksonville's first-round pick this year, which is No. 24. The Browns turned those three 2025 draft picks from the Jaguars into defensive tackle Mason Graham, running back Quinshon Judkins and running back Dylan Sampson. Graham was a day-1 starter for Cleveland, while Judkins led the team with 827 rushing yards despite missing the final two-and-a-half games due to a broken fibula and a dislocated ankle. Subscribe to Browns Insider newsletter

Browns trade pick No. 6 to Kansas City Chiefs draft grade: Instant reaction

**Grade:** A
**Why:** The Browns were looking to move back, and they were able to do so. Gets a little better values for whatever tackle or wide receiver they may select. Also provides more potential ammo for a move up later in the draft, either late in the first round or on day 2.

Q&A

What did the Browns receive in the trade with the Chiefs?

The Browns received pick No. 9, a third-round pick (No. 74), and a fifth-round pick (No. 148) from the Chiefs.

Who did the Chiefs draft with the pick they acquired from the Browns?

The Chiefs drafted Mansoor Delane, an All-American cornerback from LSU, with the pick they acquired from the Browns.

What strategy is Browns GM Andrew Berry using in the NFL draft?

Browns GM Andrew Berry is maneuvering around the draft to maximize value and potentially move up later in the draft.