The Cleveland Browns might have found a diamond in the rough with their fifth-round pick, center Parker Brailsford. The Alabama product, who checks in under 300 pounds, has raised eyebrows with his size—but his athleticism has the coaching staff buzzing.

Brailsford may be undersized by NFL standards, but his quick feet and starter-level upside make him an intriguing prospect. If he can add some mass and strength, many believe he could develop into the long-term answer in Cleveland’s interior offensive line.

Browns head coach Todd Monken recently joined 92.3 The Fan in Cleveland and didn’t hold back his excitement. "If you get beyond the size, that's the sticking point for some teams. For us, I don't see it that way," Monken said. He pointed to All-Pro center Tyler Linderbaum, who just signed a $27 million per year deal despite not being the biggest player at his position. "We like athleticism. We were jacked to get him when we did."

While Brailsford likely won’t be ready to start in Week 1, he’s in an ideal development situation. He’ll learn under veteran offensive line coach George Warhop and alongside Pro Bowl guard Elgton Jenkins—a perfect environment for a raw but talented prospect to grow.

For Browns fans, this pick represents a bet on upside. And if Monken’s enthusiasm is any indication, Brailsford could be a steal worth watching as the season unfolds.