Positive Momentum

All right. With Coleman in at OG, the Browns now have some depth on the offensive line. The group may not be great, but it seems safe to say the Browns should be average, which is an improvement. Just imagine -- being able to punch it in from inside the 5 yard line. Or on 4th and short not always calling a pass play. Gosh, that would be nice. Heck, two years ago we were thinking Faine would be the start of an improved o-line. Now, Faine is probably the weak link among the starters, and is not even guaranteed a job.

Obviously I'm quite optimistic about the Browns offseason moves - dropping Warren, and getting a CB, two OGs, and a QB. They are not doing anything fancy, just the fundamental stuff, which is a big improvement over recent history. At this point, I think we just have to hope it keeps up and by the time training camp comes around the Browns have a large influx of football talent. They certainly are well on their way.

Looking at the moves so far, it seems clear that Savage is addressing the team's obvious needs now (OL, CB, QB) so they can pick the BPA in the draft. Who that will be or even who the likely candidates are is still to be determined. But it is all about having options, and being able to choose among a variety of players. Not only will that result in the BPA, but it means other teams don't know what to expect from the Browns, which may facilitate a trade.

I'd have to think right now the Browns would pick a defensive player with the #3 pick. Romeo is going to need the right guys to make the switch to a 3-4, and I fully expect the Browns to pick a couple linebackers/former defensive ends. But in the first round nothing is guaranteed. The good news is if the Browns can't trade down and don't find the defensive player they want at #3, they should have their choice of a couple very good RB and WR prospects and possibly a QB to groom. Not a bad worst-case scenario.