Cleveland Browns 2019 Draft Needs: Wide receiver prospects to consider
By Shane Carter
Deebo Samuel, South Carolina
Similar to Andy Isabell, Deebo Samuel has been chain snatchin’ in Columbia for four years now. He had a good sophomore year but his junior year was cut short by injury. His senior season reminded everyone who he was.
Scoring an impressive 11 touchdowns in 2018 all while gaining over 14 yards per reception. He’s got solid hands and is a strong receiver who doesn’t often go down after the first hit. He has home run ability but his realizability as both a receiver and a returner (four career kick returns for touchdown) really make him a player worth keeping an eye on.
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Before the season, some thought he could be a first-round receiver. While he may not have played to expectations, he doesn’t appear to be affected by his injury that ended his 2017 season and can still produce. He actually reminds me a lot of JuJu Smith-Schuster in his time at USC with similar size and speed but NFL GMs could likely pass him off, which could make him another steal.
Trevon Brown, East Carolina
When I first saw Trevon Brown play, I thought Dez Bryant was taking a side job in the NCAA. This young man is tough, intense, physical and will get in your face after he embarrasses your corner on 1-on-1 passes.
The 6-2, 225-pound Pirate plays with such physicality that you could’ve sworn he’s a tight end. While he’s not a speed freak, he’s got open field speed that makes him dangerous downfield almost as much as it does when he’s closer to the quarterback.
During his final year at ECU, there was a fantastic four-game stretch where Trevon Brown stood out despite losing all four; 41 catches, 653 yards, and six touchdowns.
Don’t forget about Brown during the draft process. He’s a physical receiver that the Browns need with an intensity that could only be matched by Baker Mayfield himself. A match made in heaven.