With the initial flurry of free agent signings in the review mirror, and the first two weeks of the new league year in the books, initial rosters for the 2025 season are beginning to take some shape.
Much can change from March until the initial 53-man roster is set in August, with roster decisions to come throughout the offseason and into training camp. The 2025 NFL Draft is also still ahead, set to start on April 24, and teams will add young new talent to their rosters.
The Browns have a total of 10 picks in the 2025 NFL Draft, beginning with the No. 2 pick in the first round. They also added six new players during free agency and re-signed two players from their 2024 roster.
So, let's take a look at where the Browns roster stands about a month until the draft.
Quarterback
The Browns have added one quarterback to the position room with the trade for Kenny Pickett in exchange for Dorian Thompson-Robinson. With Jameis Winston signing with the Giants and Deshaun Watson set to miss time due to a re-injured Achilles tendon, the Browns will need to add depth at the position – either through a veteran quarterback, drafting a rookie in the 2025 NFL Draft or both.
Running Back
Cleveland's running back room consists of Jerome Ford and Pierre Strong Jr., as Nick Chubb became an unrestricted free agent when the new league began on March 12. While Ford has filled as the featured back in the past two seasons after Chubb sustained the season-ending injury in 2023 and worked his way back in 2024, the Browns could use a third option in the unit.
Wide Receiver
In his first season with the Browns, Jerry Jeudy established himself as the top receiver among the corps, leading the pass catchers with 90 receptions for 1,229 receiving yards. They also have young players in Cedric Tillman, David Bell, Jamari Thrash and Michael Woods II who have each shown their individual potential and could step into larger roles in 2025. The Browns also signed Kaden Davis to the active roster in January 2025, adding another young player to the mix in the receiving corps.
The Browns have signed DE Joe Tryon-Shoyinka, OT Cornelius Lucas, LB Devin Bush, DT Maliek Collins, OG Teven Jenkins, CB Tony Brown and LB Jerome Baker during the 2025 free agency period to add depth to the roster at numerous positions.
Chicago Bears guard Teven Jenkins (76) looks to block against the Tennessee Titans during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, in Chicago. The Bears defeated the Titans 24-17. (AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski)
Washington Football Team offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas (78) plays in an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Monday, Dec. 7, 2020, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Tony Brown (27) lines up on defense during an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Aug. 29, 2021, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Zach Bolinger)
Linebacker Devin Bush (30) during practice at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on September 4, 2024.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Joe Tryon-Shoyinka (9) drops back in coverage while watching the passer during an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 15 2023, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Peter Joneleit)
Linebacker Devin Bush (30) signs his contract at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 19, 2025.
Chicago Bears offensive tackle Teven Jenkins (76) and Chicago Bears offensive tackle Braxton Jones (70) during an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 07, 2024, in Green Bay. (AP Photo/Melissa Tamez)
Seattle Seahawks linebacker Jerome Baker (17) lines up during the first half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024, in Atlanta. The Seahawks defeated the Falcons 34-14. (AP Photo/Danny Karnik)
Linebacker Devin Bush (30) during a preseason NFL football game between the Cleveland Browns and Seattle Seahawks on August 24, 2024 at Lumen Field. The Browns lost 33-37.
San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle Maliek Collins (99) leaves the field following an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Peter Joneleit)
Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Linebacker Devin Bush (30) visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 19, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle Maliek Collins (99) rushes during an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, November 17, 2024, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Scot Tucker)
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas signs his contract at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Joe Tryon-Shoyinka (9) works against Atlanta Falcons tight end MyCole Pruitt (85) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023, in Atlanta. The Atlanta Falcons won 30-17. (AP Photo/Danny Karnik)
Defensive tackle Maliek Collins visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 14, 2025.
Linebacker Devin Bush (30) during a NFL football game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Cleveland Browns on Thursday Night Football on November 21, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field. The Browns won 24-19.
Linebacker Devin Bush (30) visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 19, 2025.
Linebacker Devin Bush (30) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field. The Browns lost 20-3.
Cleveland Browns cornerback Tony Brown II (38) against the Las Vegas Raiders in an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, in Las Vegas, Nev. Raiders defeated the Browns 20-16. (AP Photo/Jeff Lewis)
Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Maliek Collins (97) walks off the field after a 32-31 win against the Denver Broncos in an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan.. 3, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/Justin Edmonds)
Linebacker Devin Bush (30) before a NFL football game between the Dallas Cowboys and Cleveland Browns on September 8, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field. The Browns lost 17-33.
Linebacker Devin Bush (30) visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 19, 2025.
Linebacker Devin Bush (30) during a NFL football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Cleveland Browns on December 15, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field. The Browns lost 7-21.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers outside linebacker Joe Tryon-Shoyinka (9) warms up before an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman)
Linebacker Devin Bush (30) before a NFL football game between the Los Angeles Chargers and Cleveland Browns on November 3, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field. The Browns lost 10-27.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Joe Tryon-Shoyinka (9) takes a picture with fans after an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Jonathan Bachman)
Linebacker Devin Bush (30) during practice at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on November 19, 2024.
Chicago Bears guard Teven Jenkins (76) runs on the field during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Chicago. The Vikings won in overtime 30-27. (AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski)
Linebacker Devin Bush (30) during a preseason NFL football game between the Green Bay Packers and Cleveland Browns on August 10, 2024 at Cleveland Browns Stadium. The Browns lost 10-23.
Defensive end Myles Garrett (95) and Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Linebacker Devin Bush (30) during a NFL football game between the Los Angeles Chargers and Cleveland Browns on November 3, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field. The Browns lost 10-27.
Defensive tackle Maliek Collins visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 14, 2025.
Chicago Bears offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas (73) plays against the New York Giants during the first half of an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Indianapolis Colts cornerback Tony Brown (38) runs up field on a punt against New England Patriots during an NFL football game at Deutsche Bank Park Stadium in Frankfurt, Germany, Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023. (AP Photo/Doug Benc)
Defensive tackle Maliek Collins visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 14, 2025.
Tennessee Titans linebacker Jerome Baker (17) jogs off of the field against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) is sacked by Houston Texans defensive tackle Maliek Collins (96) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Miami Dolphins linebacker Jerome Baker (55) and cornerback Jalen Ramsey (5) react during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Friday, Nov. 24, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas signs his contract at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Cleveland Browns cornerback Tony Brown II (38) runs after the ball during an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Kirk Irwin)
Washington Football Team offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas (78) in action during the second half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive tackle Maliek Collins visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 14, 2025.
Chicago Bears guard Teven Jenkins lines up during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Detroit, Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024. The Lions won 23-20. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Joe Tryon-Shoyinka (9) defends during an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Jonathan Bachman)
FILE - Seattle Seahawks linebacker Jerome Baker speaks to the news media after an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, in Seattle. (AP Photo/John Froschauer, File)
Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka signs his contract at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Houston Texans defensive lineman Maliek Collins (97) rushes during an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Houston. (AP Photo/Matt Patterson)
Washington Football Team offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas (78) plays in an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Monday, Dec. 7, 2020, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Chicago Bears guard Teven Jenkins (76) looks on from the sidelines prior to an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, in Chicago. The Bears defeated the Titans 24-17. (AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski)
Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Miami Dolphins linebacker Jerome Baker (55) walks onto the field before the start of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Doug Murray)
Tight End
The tight end unit has a question mark as Jordan Akins became an unrestricted free agent when the new league year began on March 12. The Browns did make a move and tendered exclusive rights free agent Blake Whiteheart before the start of free agency to keep him on the roster for another season. Whiteheart played 11 games over the course of the season, recording six receptions for 51 receiving yards and one touchdown. The room is led by David Njoku, who had the second-most receptions for the Browns in 2024 with 64 for 505 receiving yards and five touchdowns over 11 games. It also has Brenden Bates, who the Browns signed towards the end of the 2024 season and played two games for Cleveland.
Offensive Line
During the first two weeks of free agency, the Browns added some key players to their offensive line in OT Cornelius Lucas and G Teven Jenkins to bolster the unit – one that dealt with multiple injuries during the 2024 season. However, with a mainly healthy group in RG Wyatt Teller, RT Jack Conklin, C Ethan Pocic and G Zak Zinter, as well as the return of LG Joel Bitonio for the 2025 season, the offensive line has a mix of veteran presence and young talent. While the Browns await the return of T Dawand Jones, they have also added players who can be options at different positions to help add depth to a unit that has dealt with numerous injuries in past seasons.
Defensive line
Not only did the Browns sign DE Myles Garrett to a contract extension that goes through the 2030 season, but they also signed multiple players to help fill in their defensive line with DT Maliek Collins and DE Joe Tryon-Shoyinka. As the Browns wait out the return of DT Mike Hall Jr., who sustained a knee injury in Week 18 of the 2024 season, Collins will bring another option on the interior in their attack-style defense alongside veteran DT Shelby Harris second-year DT Jowon Briggs – who used his rookie season to earn a spot on the active roster. Tryon-Shoyinka also adds another edge rusher alongside Garrett, Ogbo Okoronkwo and Alex Wright.
The Browns newest additions in QB Kenny Pickett, DE Joe Tryon-Shoyinka and OT Cornelius Lucas toured CrossCountry Mortgage Campus in their official visits to Cleveland.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas signs his contract at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas signs his contract at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Myles Garrett (95) and Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Myles Garrett (95) and Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas and his family visit CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas signs his contract at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Myles Garrett (95) and Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Myles Garrett (95) and Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Quarterback Kenny Pickett visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Myles Garrett (95) and Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas signs his contract at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka signs his contract at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka signs his contract at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Quarterback Kenny Pickett visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka signs his contract at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Myles Garrett (95) and Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Quarterback Kenny Pickett visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Quarterback Kenny Pickett visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas signs his contract at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Quarterback Kenny Pickett visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Quarterback Kenny Pickett visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas signs his contract at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas visits CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 13, 2025.
Linebacker
Cleveland re-signed ILB Devin Bush and signed LB Jerome Baker to bolster the position as they wait for the return of Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah – who sustained a neck injury during the 2024 season. The linebacker room still features Jordan Hicks, Mohamoud Diabate, Nathaniel Watson, Winston Reid and Khaleke Hudson for a solid mix of veteran and young talent. Hicks had the third-most tackles among the defense during the 2024 season with 78 and added two sacks and four passes defensed. Diabate also stepped into a larger role, as he played in 13 games and finished the season with 70 tackles – fifth-most on the team – with five tackles for loss and three passes defensed.
Cornerback
The cornerback room is running it back from the 2024 season, with CB Tony Brown II re-signing with the Browns in free agency. The room is led by four-time Pro Bowler Denzel Ward and Greg Newsome II, as well as young players like Cameron Mitchell, Martin Emerson Jr. and Myles Harden who have found their respective roles in the secondary. The Browns also signed Anthony Kendall in February and have Chigozie Anusiem on the active roster as other options at corner.
Safety
Safety will look slightly different for the Browns with the retirement of Rodney McLeod Jr. Grant Delpit is the veteran presence in the room with Ronnie Hickman and Chris Edmonds as the young players in the group. There could be room to add an additional safety to the unit to provide depth at the position.
