Browns Three Biggest Needs Going into the 2022 NFL Draft

Relief could be coming soon as the Browns are going to have plenty of picks in the 2022 NFL Draft. The front office is going to have to be smart to bring in some new talent, but there are a few positions that clearly need an upgrade.

Here are the three biggest needs for the Cleveland Browns in the 2022 NFL Draft in April. 

Browns Need Some Receivers

There are certainly going to be some questions about Baker Mayfield and his role as quarterback moving forward, but it’s hard to fault the QB for what took place this season. Mayfield clearly didn’t have a terrific season, but he also didn’t get a ton of help.

The biggest need for the Browns heading into next season is at the wide receiver position. Running the football has never been an issue for this team, but they have to find some wide receivers that can make plays to keep the defense honest. 

The good news is that it’s not extremely difficult to get some help at the wide receiver position, and there is actually a great prospect in the state of Ohio. Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Chris Olave is going to be a top prospect, and he would provide a huge boost if he was wearing a Browns uniform. 

Defensive Help Needed

Another unit that really struggled throughout the 2021 season was the defense, and that came as a major surprise. The back end of that defense still played well for much of the year, but getting pressure on opposing quarterbacks was a major issue. 

The Browns are really going to need help on the defensive line, specifically at the defensive end position. Cleveland could be losing Jadaveon Clowney to free agency this offseason, and that will create another hole at a position that already needs an upgrade. 

You can never have enough pass rushers, and the Browns are short a few players at that position. A wide receiver is a bigger need, but don’t be surprised to see them take a DL early in the draft. 

Offensive Line Needs Upgrading

Another glaring need for the Cleveland Browns is on the offensive line, and this is a position that every team is always looking for. The current offensive line continues to play well in the run game, but that group hasn’t always done a good job of protecting the quarterback.

The fact that Mayfield has been struggling with injuries over the last few seasons is another big reason that the Browns simply have to get better on the offensive line. Cleveland can get back into the top of the AFC North Division with a big year from Mayfield, but he needs to have room to operate.

There are plenty of offensive linemen currently on the roster, but adding some more depth at this position is extremely important. 

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