Grading Cleveland Browns position groups before free agency and draft

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CLEVELAND, OH – SEPTEMBER 22: Justin McCray #67 of the Cleveland Browns, Eric Kush #72, JC Tretter #64, Joel Bitonio #75, and Greg Robinson #78 line up for a play during the game against the Los Angeles Rams at FirstEnergy Stadium on September 22, 2019 in Cleveland, Ohio. Los Angeles defeated Cleveland 20-13. (Photo by Kirk Irwin/Getty Images) /

Offensive line: D

The offensive line was by far the worst unit on the Cleveland Browns last season. There was a definite lack of talent and never any consistent play. Left tackle Greg Robinson was a former No. 2 overall pick in the draft but has been a bust in the NFL. He tried to revive his career with the Browns, but played very poorly this past season.

Right tackle Chris Hubbard was another let down last season. Pittsburgh was not upset when he left, and now Cleveland fans can see why.

Right guard was played by two Cleveland Browns last season, and neither were good fits. Eric Kush started the year and was unproductive. The Browns then tried Wyatt Teller to fill the void. Cleveland also traded away the 33rd overall pick in the 2018 draft, Austin Corbett. Corbett was hoped to be the solution at right guard or tackle, but never found his groove in Cleveland.

Fortunately for Cleveland, they have good linemen at center and left guard. J.C. Tretter has been a reliable center for the Browns and recently signed an extension with the team. Joel Bitonio is one of the best left guards in the league, and has tried his best to lead the unit for Cleveland.

In order for the offense to be better in 2020, they need three new players to fill the open positions. The line is currently graded at a D, but hopefully jumps much higher after free agency and the draft.

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