The Cleveland Browns head into the NFL Draft with a clear and pressing mission: find a game-changing wide receiver. While the team boasts a pair of first-round picks (Nos. 6 and 24), the urgency to bolster their receiving corps could lead to aggressive action on draft night.
Beyond Jerry Jeudy, who struggled to meet expectations in 2025, the Browns' depth chart at wideout is alarmingly thin. This glaring need makes the position a top priority, and one prominent analyst believes Cleveland won't wait around to address it.
NFL.com's Chad Reuter projects the Browns will trade up from the 24th overall pick to No. 20, targeting Arizona State's explosive playmaker, Jordyn Tyson. In this proposed scenario, Cleveland would swap mid-round picks with the Dallas Cowboys to secure their man, aiming to provide a major boost for their quarterback and take defensive pressure off Jeudy.
Tyson's on-field potential is undeniable. His standout 2024 collegiate season saw him amass 1,101 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns, showcasing the big-play ability the Browns' offense desperately lacks. However, his draft stock is complicated by a significant injury history, including a severe knee injury in 2022 and other ailments that limited him in 2025.
These concerns were amplified when Tyson missed both the Scouting Combine and his Pro Day. But in a crucial development for his draft prospects, Tyson held a private workout last Friday—with the Browns in attendance. Reports indicate he looked both terrific and, most importantly, fully healthy, potentially alleviating some teams' fears.
The central question for General Manager Andrew Berry and the Browns' front office is one of risk versus reward. In a draft class renowned for its depth at wide receiver, is trading up for a talent with Tyson's injury history the right move? Or would staying put at 24 offer a safer, yet still high-upside, alternative?
As draft night approaches, all eyes will be on Cleveland's war room. Whether they execute a bold trade or exercise patience, one thing is certain: adding a dynamic weapon for the offense is not just a want—it's a necessity for the Browns to compete in the tough AFC North.