The NFL offseason is a unique beast—it feels like a whirlwind of draft debates and free agency frenzy one minute, and a slow march toward football's return the next. For the Cleveland Browns and their fans, that march officially picks up pace next week as the team's 2026 offseason program kicks off.

This period is crucial for installing schemes, building chemistry, and evaluating talent. It's especially significant this year with new Head Coach Todd Monken getting his first opportunity to implement his vision. All eyes will be on key position battles, particularly at quarterback, and on the progress of players returning from injury, like offensive tackle Dawand Jones.

Here are the key dates for the Browns' upcoming offseason activities, as reported:

The first phase begins with media availability on April 8th, offering the first glimpse of the team's direction. This will be followed by voluntary organized team activities (OTAs), a rookie minicamp for the new draft class, and a mandatory full-squad minicamp in June.

While the official start date for training camp in Berea is still to be announced, reports suggest the Buffalo Bills will likely join the Browns for joint practices, providing valuable preseason competition. As the schedule unfolds, the foundation for the 2026 season will be laid right here in the coming weeks.