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Early predictions of who the Browns will draft 1st in 2023

Early predictions of who the Browns will draft 1st in 2023


The pick: DT Mazi Smith, Michigan

The analysis: Brugler suggests Smith could be the best defensive tackle on the Browns’ roster if he heads to Cleveland. Smith had 48 tackles, 2.5 tackles for a loss and a half-sack last season with the Wolverines.

The pick: IDL Keeanu Benton, Wisconsin

The analysis: Sanchez writes that Benton’s size will make him a valuable, run-stopping defender.

The pick: C John Michael Schmitz, Minnesota

The analysis: The lone offensive linemen on this list of picks, Schmitz was named a first-team All-American by the Associated Press in 2022.

The pick: LB Zach Harrison, Ohio State

The analysis: The lone linebacker and Ohio State product on this list of picks, Harrison totaled 34 tackles, eight tackles for a loss and 3.5 sacks last season for the Buckeyes.

The pick: WR Jaylin Hyatt, Tennessee

The analysis: Hyatt is considered one of the top receivers in the draft class and caught 15 touchdowns last season with the Volunteers.

The pick: DE Mike Morris, Michigan

The analysis: Campbell writes that “Morris has good height and length that could let him play as an inside/outside defensive lineman as a pro.” Morris had 7.5 sacks last season.

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