2015 Cleveland Browns roster analysis: The running backs

Jan 3, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Browns running back Duke Johnson (29) runs by Pittsburgh Steelers inside linebacker Ryan Shazier (50) during the second quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 3, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Browns running back Duke Johnson (29) runs by Pittsburgh Steelers inside linebacker Ryan Shazier (50) during the second quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
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Nov 30, 2015; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Browns fullback Malcolm Johnson (42) makes a catch against Baltimore Ravens defensive back Shareece Wright (35) in the second half at FirstEnergy Stadium. The Ravens won 33-27. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 30, 2015; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Browns fullback Malcolm Johnson (42) makes a catch against Baltimore Ravens defensive back Shareece Wright (35) in the second half at FirstEnergy Stadium. The Ravens won 33-27. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports

Malcolm Johnson

Age: 23

Experience: 1 year

Contract status: Free agent 2019

As a sixth-round draft pick from Mississippi State, Johnson was the Browns starting fullback for part of the season. Johnson served as the Browns lead blocker before missing the last four games of the season with a groin injury.

2015 stats:

Johnson caught four passes for 15 yards while appearing in just five games.

2016 outlook:

Johnson will be the Browns blocking fullback heading into 2016 where he will look to improve off a decent rookie season.

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