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Rich Eisen makes case for Browns to select star WR in 2026 NFL Draft
TL;DR
Rich Eisen advocates for the Cleveland Browns to select star wide receiver Carnell Tate with their No. 6 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. The Browns, with two first-round picks, aim to enhance their struggling offense under new head coach Todd Monken.
The 2026 NFL Draft is just around the corner, which means the Cleveland Browns and general manager Andrew Berry will look to add a slew of young, talented players to the roster before the upcoming season.
With two first-round picks in this year's draft, Cleveland is in a prime position to land multiple upgrades on the offensive side of the ball, as the unit is in desperate need of extra support under newly-hired head coach Todd Monken. Luckily for the Browns, the answer could lie in Columbus, OH.
When discussing the potential draft scenarios for the Browns, ESPN's Rich Eisen made it clear as to who he believes the organization should select with the No. 6 pick.
"If you add Carnell Tate to this mix, and you're telling the Browns' fans, 'we know you, you know this guy, come on out and watch Cleveland Browns' football,' wouldn't you think that would get people excited," Eisen stated on his show.
Should The Browns Take Tate?
Tate, a former highly-touted recruit coming out of high school, was one of the most underrated playmakers at the college level over the past three seasons. After playing behind the likes of Marvin Harrison Jr. and Emeka Egbuka, the Chicago, IL native quickly made a name for himself throughout the 2025 season while playing alongside star Jeremiah Smith, recording 875 receiving yards and nine touchdowns on 51 receptions.
Standing at 6-foot-3, 195 lbs., Tate possesses a perfect frame to become a true "X" receiver at the NFL level. This, combined with his ability to win at all three levels of the field, makes him a perfect fit for the Browns, who lack a true top-end wideout.
However, while Cleveland is in the midst of a complete offensive overhaul this offseason, the struggling franchise will continue its search for a new left tackle before next season. And despite Tate being one of the best wideouts in this year's draft, Berry could ultimately wind up trading out of the No. 6 spot and take a swing on either Georgia's Monroe Freeling or Utah's Spencer Fano. If Cleveland decides to move back and take a tackle, there are plenty of pass-catching options at No. 24 and No. 39, such as Indiana's Omar Cooper Jr. and Louisville's Chris Bell.
This article originally appeared on Browns Wire: Rich Eisen makes case for Browns to select star WR in 2026 NFL Draft
Q&A
Why should the Cleveland Browns select Carnell Tate in the 2026 NFL Draft?
Rich Eisen believes that adding Carnell Tate would excite fans and significantly improve the Browns' offense.
What position does Carnell Tate play?
Carnell Tate is a wide receiver, a position that the Browns are looking to strengthen in the upcoming draft.
How many first-round picks do the Browns have in the 2026 NFL Draft?
The Cleveland Browns have two first-round picks in the 2026 NFL Draft, providing them with a strong opportunity to enhance their roster.
