2011 NFL Draft Needs: Cleveland Browns
Shurmar inherits an offense that already has a few key pieces in place, but still struggled mightily this past season. Three different quarterbacks started last season for the Browns, but it was the rookie McCoy that showed the best handle of the offense. With a full offseason as the starter, McCoy should only continue to get better. The only good thing Brady Quinn ever did for Cleveland
The Browns ran a 3-4 defense under Mangini, but Shurmur named veteran coach Dick Jauron as the new defensive coordinator and the team will transition back to a 4-3. Cleveland
1. Wide Receiver:
has been lacking a true No. 1 receiver since the 2007 season when Braylon Edwards had 1,289 receiving yards and 16 touchdowns. Tight end Ben Watson led the team in receiving last season with 68 catches and 783 yards.
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are nice complement targets, but I’m sure Shurmur would love to see A.J. Green fall to them at the sixth overall pick. If Green is off the board at six, the Browns could turn to Julio Jones who is coming off a strong combine. Cleveland, who finished 31st in points per game in 2010, should definitely be looking to add another weapon for McCoy.
2. Defensive Tackle: The Browns had the sixth worst rushing defense in 2010 and with the subtraction of Shaun Rogers they will have to add at least one defensive tackle. If
3. Rush LB/DE: Whether it’s at linebacker or defensive end, the Browns need to improve their pass rush.
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