Shedeur Sanders, Jonah Savaiinaea, Tyler Warren among Browns mock draft results
In an all too familiar situation, Cleveland Browns fans are left to focus on next year’s NFL draft. While QB Deshaun Watson mulls surgery options and their impact on his potential return next year, Jameis Winston seems in line to take over at quarterback with an injury keeping Dorian Thompson-Robinson on the sideline, likely, for at least a week.
DTR’s performance in relief in Week 7 had some positives but still some concerns.
After trading Amari Cooper, the Browns have four picks in the first 100 of the 2025 NFL draft. With teams calling about Myles Garrett, and other NFL trade deadline rumors, that number could go up.
Cleveland is currently slotted to select third in the upcoming NFL draft but, with three other teams with only one win and seven other teams with two victories, a lot can change between now and April’s draft.
That is what makes the mock draft process both fun and pointless this early in the season. Who knows what college player will continue to perform well, come out of nowhere or even declare for this year’s draft? On the other hand, it is fun to think about how the Browns roster could be improved with such high selections after not having early picks for a few years.
Today’s Browns Mock Draft used the simulator at Pro Football Network:
First Round
QB Shedeur Sanders, Colorado
There will be a lot of talk about his dad, Deion Sanders, trying to manipulate the draft like Eli Manning’s family did but the idea of Sanders getting to be the “savior” in Cleveland will be a draw. At this point, many believe he will be the first or second quarterback selected in this year’s draft.
Second Round
OT Jonah Savaiinaea, Arizona
From “the Browns have three starting tackles” before the season to the team not having a single certain starter going into 2025 is quite possible. Finding a left tackle is vital for any quarterback, be it Watson, Sanders or anyone else, to have success but there isn’t always one available even high in the second round.
Savaiinaea could be a right tackle or guard at the NFL level but any help on the offensive line is needed at this point. With zone-blocking experience, the Wildcat tackle could be plug-and-play if Cleveland returns to that style.
Third Round
WR Oronde Gadsden II, Syracuse
Given the team’s failure to select receivers in the third round, it was tempting to focus on the position in the second. The 6’5” Gadsen is an interesting prospect who can play tight end or wide receiver depending on the scheme. In six games this year, Gadsen has 32 receptions for 433 yards and three touchdowns.
TE Tyler Warren, Penn State
After his 17-catch, 224-yard performance against USC, Warren is unlikely to fall this far. At 6’6”, combining Warren with Gadsen could supersize the Browns including helping in the running game. Last year, Warren had seven touchdown receptions and already has four this year.
Fourth Round
DE Patrick Patyon, Florida State
As the Za’Darius Smith rumors swirl, it is important to note that the veteran is only under contract through next season and is likely slowing down. Adding more pieces on the edge is always going to be important.
Sixth Round
CB Kameryn Alexander, Oregon
Greg Newsome’s time with the team is close to over including hearing some rumors about his availability. Taking swings on important positions that can help on special teams in the sixth round makes sense.
RB Donovan Edwards, Michigan
For Ohio State fans, Edwards will conjure very negative memories but the need for more help in the backfield is clear. Every year running backs get pushed down further in the NFL draft than they should and Cleveland catches Edwards here.
OT Fa’alili Fa’amoe, Washington State
More options at offensive tackle or guard are better given the age of some of the Browns linemen as well as the performance of others.
Let us know in the comments how would you feel if Sanders, Savaiinaea, Gadeson and Warren were brought in to upgrade the Browns offense in 2025? You can also try out PFN’s simulator and share your results in the comment section below
