In this offseason plan the common theme for all the players that I think the Browns should go after is EXPLOSIVENESS: If the Browns follow this realistic plan they will be one of the more exciting, fastest, deepest and best teams in the NFL
Free agency:
Mario Williams(DE)
DeSean Jackson(WR)
Mike Otto(OL)
John Carlson(TE)
Mario Williams: Williams would be at home once again in the 4-3 and not have to worry dropping back into coverage like he did in the Wade Phillips defense last year. He would focus on doing what he does best and that is getting up field and rushing the passer. He would give the Browns the best DL in football hands down and allow them to rush four and drop back seven without having to blitz. Everyone on not only the defense but, on the entire team will benefit because turnovers would put the offense in better position moving forward. This move is a no brainer.
DeSean Jackson: Jackson will give the Browns the Deep threat they so desperately need. Jackson is also awesome on special teams that could come in handy if needed and become that explosive homerun hitter everytime he touches the ball. Also, Jackson is the perfect compliment to Greg Little who will suddenly have the middle of the field open with the presence of Jackson. Another key component is putting Mohammed Massoquoi in the third WR role where he will flourish. I think MoMass is a #2 WR on a good team but has never had a decent QB to be able to get him the ball. This move is also a no brainer. In Vincent Jackson I fully understand his frustration in feeling like he was being treated unfairly, however, his behavior in pouting was totally unacceptable on the field.
Mike Otto: Otto is a big, versatile OT who would give the Browns an experienced OT if and when the Pashos goes down. Otto isn't going to wow with his tremendous play but, will be more than adequate in filling in when the time comes. Also, with this addition it will buy the Browns enough time to develop someone for the long term at RT. Even after the Browns groom a future Otto would remain relevant as an adequate and capable backup for a number of years.
John Carlson: This is the type of player that is a low risk, high reward type player. He is considered an excellent blocker and a capable receiver. The Browns are going to want to feature the talents of one Jordan Cameron and will need another solid blocking TE to go along with him. He is coming off missing the season with a torn labrum, however, should come at an reasonable price because he isn't flashy and the skill needed isn't considered to be as valued as catching the ball.
Draft:
Round 1
Robert Griffin III(QB)
Zach Brown(LB)
Round 2
Stephon Gilmore(CB)
Round 3
George Iloka(FS)
Round 4
Levy Adcock(OT)
DeJohn Harris(DT)
Round 5
Shea McClellin(DE)
Round 6
Tauren Poole(RB)
Undrafted Free agent:
Carmen Messina(LB)
Robert Griffin III: Yes, I am in the minority that believes that RG3 is the best QB in this draft. I think he can do everything you want in a QB. Long, short, intermediate throws and can scramble. I love his accuracy, touch, leadership skills and all the other intangibles. I look forward to watching him become great in a Cleveland Browns uniform.
Zach Brown: The Browns will be pleasantly surprised when Zach Brown is left on the board. This guy will give us the speed at LB that the Browns have needed for so long. Brown will also allow the Browns to be more flexible with their coverage because he is one of the linebackers that you can put on a real good TE or RB and take the TE or RB out of the game. As mentioned before it will be very difficult to run wide on the side of Brown because he is that fast and that good of an athlete.
Stephon Gilmore: Gilmore is a very solid, speedy CB that can press cover, support the run and can be used as a return man. With the addition of Gilmore, the Browns will yet again get an explosive individual who can turn a turnover into TD's and then do is duty as a very solid CB to team up with Joe Haden.
George Iloka: Iloka is tall, rangy, FS that can not only cover in space and come up and support the run. The beauty in this selection that Iloka won't be pressured into starting right away because of the presence of Usama Young. Iloka would be allowed to concentrate solely on special teams with the belief that he is the heir apparent to the FS position once Young is gone. This would be a very solid pickup with a player that is fast rising and has shown considerable skill for now and going forward. Very solid choice Iloka would be.
Levy Adcock: Adcok is a a huge, athletic individual that would be groomed to be the RT going forward. He is very athletic and would need some fine tuning in using his feet and continue to get stronger. He won't be pressured to play at all and shouldn't be classified as a bust or disappointment because of the presence of Mike Otto. It wouldn't be surprising that Adcock would be inactive for a period of games because his presence will be felt a year from now. He is a very solid pick and would future RT in taking over for Pashos.
DaJohn Harris: DaJohn Harris is an exciting explosive players that has turned many heads during some of the practices. While at USC he somewhat underachieved but, later on in his tenure at USC he really came on and it continued during the bowl games. On the Browns he would be a perfect fit for a backup role for Atyba Rubin and Phil Taylor along with Scott Paxson. Harris is 300lbs and somewhat athletic. He would be an outstanding pick at this stage and a very valued backup.
Shea McClellin: McClellin is an effort player that will do whatever it takes to make a play. He is somewhat athletic but, uses guile, a tad bit athleticism and alot of effort to get to the QB. He is deceptively quick but, doesn't have one distinguishable trait to wow scouts. He is one of those players that will be at minimum a productive backup because of his knack of getting to the QB. Kind of reminds me of a younger version of Kyle Van daBosch of the Lions. This guy would be an excellent backup to Jabaal Sheard, with Marcus Bernard being the speedy backup to Mario Williams. This would give the Browns eight quality DLineman which is the the minimum that is needed to run a successful 4-3 defense.
Tauren Poole: Poole would give even more speed out of the backfield and on special teams. He is a versatile player that can return kicks and catch the ball. If nothing else he would give Browns even more depth in the backfield in case Brandon Jackson goes down and the need for a versatile third down back is needed. I consider this player to be an upgrade over the overrated Chris Obogonnaya and would beat him out with his speed and versatility.
Undrafted Free agent:
Carmen Messina: Messina is another player that doesn't have any features that would wow a scout but does enough things to considered a solid backup and special teams player. He is considered a leader and would be that high character player in a key backup MLB role. He gives tremendous effort and loves to make tackles at the point. He isn't the most gifted athletically but, is athletic enough to the point where he wouldn't be taken advantage if he needed to fill in. He does need to get stronger but, that shouldn't be a problem with the weight programs in the NFL.
