Cleveland Browns: Is the right tackle job really a competition?

The Cleveland Browns have solidified their offensive line this offseason. But right tackle remains an uncertainty heading into camp.

The Cleveland Browns solidified their offensive line by adding veteran free agents Kevin Zeitler and JC Tretter. Their additions strengthen the middle of the offensive line that was responsible for a great deal of problems last season.

Perennial Pro-Bowler Joe Thomas continues to play at a high level at left tackle, leaving right tackle as the only position that remains uncertain on the offensive line.

There are three main candidates for the position. They are newly drafted Roderick Johnson, former first-round pick Cameron Erving and third-round pick from a year ago, Shon Coleman.

Johnson is the ideal height, weight and body shape for a dominant offensive tackle. His run blocking ability in college was outstanding. However, his pass blocking was good at its best. At its worst, it was awful.

Johnson was a project pick. His chances for starting at right tackle are slim to none. His skill set needs reworked from the ground up, much like Shon Coleman’s last year. He has the size and athleticism to succeed at the NFL level. But like most rookies, the needs to learn the position from scratch.

Verdict: Depending on who wins the job, Johnson could be on the practice squad or make the team as a swing tackle out of camp.