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The Cleveland Browns made their first splash to upgrade their defensive line in NFL free agency by landing the pressure machine in defensive end Ogbonnia Okoronkwo on a three-year deal that can be worth up to $22 million. As they let Jadeveon Clowney walk this offseason following his tumultuous departure from the team, the Browns now have their running mate opposite of Myles Garrett. Here we take a look at the signing, how Okoronkwo fits in Jim Schwartz’s defense, the financial side of the deal, and more to grade out the signing. Spoiler alert: this is a pretty great deal between the Browns and Okoronkwo. While Okoronkwo only managed five sacks this past season with the Texans, he managed to hit opposing quarterbacks an additional 11 times as well. A step further, Okoronkwo racked up pressures at the same rate as Garrett and Micah Parsons of the Dallas Cowboys. According to PFF, he graded out with a pass rushing grade of 81.9 for the Texans in 2022. While he did not grade out exceptionally as a run blocker, Okoronkwo’s tape shows a player who is not afraid to initiate contact and set a strong edge. The pass rushing numbers are eye-popping even if the sacks have not come to fruition, and his run defense is fine at worst. The Browns were able to sign a player who gets after the quarterback as much as Garrett and Parsons for the price of just $6.3 million per year, capping out at potentially $22 million throughout his three-year deal. Okoronkwo’s base deal is for $19 million over three years with the Browns. By all means, this is a mid-to-low-end contract financially, and the ceiling of what Okoronkwo can be with the Browns far exceeds that. Do not be surprised if the Browns and Okoronkwo are speaking again next offseason about a new deal after his production opposite Garrett skyrockets.

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The Browns brought back their starting center and added an edge rusher on Monday as the NFL's legal tampering period began at noon.

Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe react to the day of news regarding the Browns and other league news.

They discuss the restructuring of Deshaun Watson's contract to free up cap space and whether this will be an annual tradition.

They get into bringing back center Pocic and adding edge rusher Ogbo Okoronkwo before they get into what could be next as the free agency period continues.

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With the Houston Texans in position to grab one of the top-four quarterbacks in this year’s NFL Draft (Alabama’s Bryce young, C.J. Stroud of Ohio State, Florida Gators passer Anthony Richardson or Kentucky’s Will Levis) who would be their best fit? Meanwhile the Kansas City Chiefs look to saddle Patrick Mahomes with a top-end pass-catching threat as they look to ward off surging teams like the Los Angeles Chargers, the revamped Denver Broncos led by new head coach Sean Payton and the Miami Dolphins and their new cornerback Jalen Ramsey. And with the Las Vegas Raiders having moved on from now-New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr, landing a signal caller should be at the top of their priority list as well. Our Locked On NFL Draft experts get you ready for the annual selection process.

 

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The Browns were one of about 11 teams in attendance at the private workout of Odell Beckham Jr. on Friday in Arizona. It was an interesting development as they are about to embark on a free agent period next week when they could use a wide receiver.

Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe got together on Friday night and reacted to the news of the Browns attending Beckham's workout.

What does it mean they took the time to send someone? Is it an overreaction to think he could come back? Could he come back?

We get into all of it on this Orange and Brown Talk Podcast.

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Free agency is nearly upon us, and the Philadelphia Eagles could lose two of their veteran players.  Defensive end Brandon Graham and defensive tackle Fletcher Cox are both interested in joining the Cleveland Browns. The news was reported by Jared Mueller of SB Nation. One of the most beloved Eagles’ players, Brandon Graham, is the longest tenured athlete in Philadelphia. With 13 seasons under his belt, the 34-year-old prefers to finish his career in midnight green, but is open to signing elsewhere depending on the Eagles’ offer. Graham has a career total of 449 combined tackles, 70 sacks, 22 forced fumbles, and seven fumble recoveries. He completing a career-high 11 sacks this past season, and was one of four defensive players to finish with 10+ sacks, making NFL history.

The defensive end made the Pro Bowl for the first time in 2020, and has been significantly underrated during his career. He is now generating a lot of interest around the league, particularly from the Cleveland Browns. Also linked to the rumor is teammate Fletcher Cox. At 32 years old, Cox has seen better seasons, but after 11 professional years, the Browns are also interested in bringing him on board. Cox is a one-time First-Team All-Pro, three-time Second-Team All-Pro, and six-time Pro Bowler. While in Philadelphia, he’s completed 486 combined tackles, 65 sacks, 15 forced fumbles, and 13 fumble recoveries.

The move to Cleveland would reunite both Graham and Cox with former defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz. Schwartz coached for Philadelphia from 2016-2021. Despite inheriting one of the worst defenses in the league, he turned the team around, putting them in the top-five before he departed. This January, he was hired by the Cleveland Browns. The Browns also employ two former Eagles executives who overlapped time with Graham — general manager Andrew Berry and assistant general manager Catherine Raiche. This past season, the Browns were last in the AFC North, finishing with a 7-10 record. On defense, they have a huge playmaker in Myles Garrett, but after that, help is sparse. As free agency looms, Cleveland will be look to gain serious playmakers. As for Philadelphia, Fletcher Cox is probably the most likely to go. Following the 2021 season, there were many rumors Cox would be traded. Now, a free agent, his contract value stands at $14 million.

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The Browns introduced new special teams coordinator Bubba Ventrone on Thursday in an introductory press conference.

Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start Thursday's podcast by reacting to what Ventrone had to say and picking out what stood out to them during the Zoom call.

Then they each offer up a free agent they would like the Browns to pursue next week.

Lastly, Lance Reisland joins the show to give his Top 5 free agent fits for the Browns and gets into the players who didn't quite make his Top 5.

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The Cleveland Browns are once again gearing up to go big game hunting in free agency. Javon Hargrave is basically the perfect target for a JIm Schwartz defense, the Browns have the money and Hargrave appers interested. Can Andrew Berry make it happen. Dremont Jones has some appeal but the asking price looks to be crazy high. Yannick Ngakoue could be a fit but the money he may be seeking may not be in line with what the Browns feel his worth is.

Safrtes Jessie Bates and Chauncey Gardner-Johnson both bring upgrades to the position for Cleveland but one of them gives the defense more of an identity which could make the former eagle the more appealing option.

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Jackson and Anthony are joined by Jake Burns of the OBR and OBR Film Breakdown to discuss a variety of Browns topics

the hiring of Bill Musgrave and how the Browns offense can and needs to evolve in 2023

Who stood out at the NFL Combine last weekend

Ideal free agency targets

Follow Jake on Twitter @Jake_Burns18 and check out his work for the Orange and Brown Report as well as his podcast the OBR Film Breakdown

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The Lamar Jackson situation in Baltimore threatens to upend the status quo in the NFL and specifically the AFC North. If things go south between the Ravens and Jackson -- at least more than they already have -- what impact will it have on the Browns? Where would they rank within the divison?

Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe discuss the Jackson situation and how it impacts the Browns on Wednesday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast.

Then they answer question from our Football Insider subscribers about where Deshaun Watson will rank by the end of the season, which Browns player will improve most in 2023 and more.

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Former Ohio State Buckeye and NFL Safety Tyvis Powell joins the show to talk about the Cleveland Browns.

Hosted by Craig Fountain and Ryan Angelo

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