ESPN insider reveals what makes Browns 'nervous' at No. 24 pick in NFL Draft

TL;DR

The Cleveland Browns are anxious about their No. 24 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, fearing a run on wide receivers. They are considering offensive tackle or wide receiver for their first pick at No. 6 overall.

Key points

Cleveland Browns own two first-round picks in the 2026 NFL Draft
First pick is at No. 6 overall, likely to trade down
Browns may target offensive tackle or wide receiver
Concerns about a run on wide receivers before No. 24 pick
Matt Miller from ESPN discusses the Browns' draft strategy

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The Cleveland Browns own two picks inside the first-round of the 2026 NFL Draft. With their first pick, at No. 6 overall, they are trying to trade down.

But, regardless of whether they find a trade down or not, Andrew Berry and company are likely to take one of two positions: offensive tackle or wide receiver. OT is the more likely pick, with the WR depth in this class being better than the OT depth.

However, ESPN's Matt Miller revealed that the Browns are nervous about a wide receiver not making it to their second first-round pick at No. 24 overall. It's a reasonable concern, as a WR run might happen right in front of them.

Browns worried about WR run in front of No. 24 pick

"The Browns will be nervously watching and hoping a receiver run doesn't wipe out the board prior to this pick," Miller writes.

A wide receiver run taking place before the Browns' No. 24 overall pick is very possible. At No. 23, the Philadelphia Eagles might go for a WR with the A.J. Brown trade rumors. The Pittsburgh Steelers at No. 21 might consider a WR with their depth chart barren.

With some George Pickens uncertainty, the Dallas Cowboys at No. 20 might go a WR. The and , at No. 19 and No. 16, respectively, are also teams that have been linked to WRs this offseason.

Q&A

Why are the Cleveland Browns nervous about the No. 24 pick in the NFL Draft?

The Browns are concerned that a run on wide receivers may occur before their No. 24 pick, potentially leaving them without a desired option.

What positions are the Browns likely to target in the 2026 NFL Draft?

The Browns are likely to target either offensive tackle or wide receiver, with offensive tackle being the more probable choice.

Who is the ESPN insider discussing the Browns' draft concerns?

ESPN's Matt Miller is the insider who revealed the Browns' nervousness regarding the wide receiver position.

What is the significance of the Browns' first pick being at No. 6 overall?

Having the No. 6 overall pick gives the Browns a strong opportunity to select a top prospect, while their second first-round pick at No. 24 is more uncertain.