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The Cleveland Browns own two first-round picks in the 2026 NFL Draft, selecting at No. 6 (their own pick) and at No. 24 (Jacksonville Jaguars).
With two first-rounders, it's hardly a surprise to hear the team mentioned in trade rumors. But it's a bit different for the Browns. They are reportedly open not just to a big trade-up, but also to a move-down in the draft.
According to Essentially Sports' Tony Pauline, the Browns are open to trading down in the draft all the way outside the top 10 picks, which could feature a link-up with the Dallas Cowboys.
"I'm told the Browns, as of now, would have no problem moving out of the top 10 if the right offer is put in front of them," Pauline writes.
With the Browns open to moving down from the No. 6 pick to outside of the 10th pick, the Miami Dolphins, Cowboys, and any other team picking after the 10th overall should now be in the running for a big move-up in the draft.
Of course, the further out a team is, the more expensive the cost will be. For the Cowboys, who own the 12th and 20th picks, there could be a fascinating trade in the works with the Browns if they're going to move up for a premier player.
Sonny Styles, Caleb Downs, Ruben Bain Jr., or even a falling David Bailey or Arvell Reese could be trade-up targets for a team outside of the top-10. Carnell Tate is another name to monitor as well for a blockbuster trade-up.
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A Browns and Cowboys trade on draft night has been one move often predicted by NFL analysts in mock drafts. This would be a big move for the Browns, but they're reportedly open to such a big deal.
With the team eyeing wide receiver and offensive linemen, there should still be a solid player or two they could pick, even if they move down to 12th overall with the Cowboys.
As long as they don't drop too far, the Browns should be able to land a starting OT and WR in this year's first-round of the draft.
This trade rumor is one to keep in mind come draft night. There's been smoke about a Browns trade down, and moving outside the top 10 is possible for Andrew Berry and Todd Monken in their first draft together.
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