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What the future may hold for every Cleveland Browns free agent

By Dan Justik

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - SEPTEMBER 29: Middle Linebacker Joe Schobert #53 of the Cleveland Browns sacks quarterback Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens in the second half at M&T Bank Stadium on September 29, 2019 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Todd Olszewski/Getty Images)
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - SEPTEMBER 29: Middle Linebacker Joe Schobert #53 of the Cleveland Browns sacks quarterback Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens in the second half at M&T Bank Stadium on September 29, 2019 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Todd Olszewski/Getty Images) /
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CLEVELAND, OHIO – NOVEMBER 10: Running back Kareem Hunt #27 of the Cleveland Browns runs for a gain during the first half against the Buffalo Bills at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 10, 2019 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
CLEVELAND, OHIO – NOVEMBER 10: Running back Kareem Hunt #27 of the Cleveland Browns runs for a gain during the first half against the Buffalo Bills at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 10, 2019 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) /

Kareem Hunt, Running Back (RFA)

The Cleveland Browns are expected to have an interesting offseason with several intriguing decisions needing to be made. How the Browns front office decide to handle Kareem Hunt‘s restricted free agency will be one of the interesting to watch.

After being suspended for the first eight games of the season, Hunt played well in the final eight games of the season. He showed glimpses of the dynamic playmaker like when he was with the Chiefs, and he proved to be a perfect combination with Nick Chubb.

In eight games, Hunt rushed for 179 yards and two touchdowns on 43 carries. He also caught 37 receptions for 285 yards and one touchdown. When on the field with Chubb, Hunt also proved to be a willing and solid lead blocker.

However, the main question will be if the Browns are comfortable with Hunt’s off-field status. During a traffic stop in January, marijuana was found in Hunt’s backup, but was not cited for the possession of marijuana. He was also in the vicinity of a bar fight last offseason.

If the Browns are comfortable with Hunt’s off-field issues, then they should tender Hunt with either an original-round tender or second-round tender and keep him on the roster for at least one more season. Cleveland is expected to rely on the run in Stefanski’s offense, so having two good running backs will be a key for the offense.

He may not have much value around the league with his off-field concerns, so the Browns may not have to worry about an offer sheet. But if Hunt does receive an offer sheet that is more than a one-year deal or has a significant salary, they should decide to let Hunt walk.

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