Cleveland Browns News: What is Duke Johnson’s value?
By Dan Justik
The Daily Dawg Tags brings you all the Cleveland Browns news that you need to know, including Duke Johnson’s potential trade value.
The Cleveland Browns have one of the most talented running back rooms in the NFL following the signing of Kareem Hunt. Combining Hunt with Nick Chubb and Duke Johnson creates a dynamic trio.
However, Johnson was not used often during the 2018 season with the emergence of Chubb. So with the Browns adding Hunt, Johnson could be looking at another drop in touches in 2019.
A lot will depend on how long Hunt will be suspended by the NFL. With a longer suspension, Johnson will once again be utilized as the change of pace back behind Chubb. But if Hunt receives a shorter suspension, Johnson could have value as a trade target.
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Today’s featured article points out that Johnson’s potential trade value will depend on how teams view Johnson’s pass catching ability. But the Browns motivation to move Johnson will depend on the length of Hunt’s suspension.
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"Browns GM John Dorsey said last week that Johnson isn’t expendable “yet,” which means they’d consider moving him for the right deal. A team that recognizes his value in the passing game and his versatility might give up a second- or third-rounder for him, especially considering he’s only 25."
Johnson showed that he can be a valuable play-maker during the 2017 season. But his drop in touches last season was incredibly surprising. If new offensive coordinator Todd Monken sees the same thing as the previous coaching staff, then it may be smart to move Johnson.
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