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Grading the Cleveland Browns 2019 draft picks

By Justice Sunderland

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 16: Greedy Williams #26 of the Cleveland Browns reacts after breaking up a pass in the second quarter against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on September 16, 2019 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Mike Lawrie/Getty Images)
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 16: Greedy Williams #26 of the Cleveland Browns reacts after breaking up a pass in the second quarter against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on September 16, 2019 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Mike Lawrie/Getty Images) /
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CLEVELAND, OHIO – AUGUST 08: Cornerback Greedy Williams #26 of the Cleveland Browns reacts after a tackle during the first half of a preseason game against the Washington Redskins at FirstEnergy Stadium on August 08, 2019 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
CLEVELAND, OHIO – AUGUST 08: Cornerback Greedy Williams #26 of the Cleveland Browns reacts after a tackle during the first half of a preseason game against the Washington Redskins at FirstEnergy Stadium on August 08, 2019 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) /

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This pick gets a B grade as Greedy Williams was productive but struggled at times making plays on the ball.

When the middle of the second round came along and Greedy Williams was still on the board it was a surprise to most. He was seen as a first-round talent with some concerns about his tackling ability and durability.

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But when it comes to coverage Williams was one of the best in the draft class and he was a steal for the Browns where he paired up with Denzel Ward. He missed the first four games with an injury and was immediately thrust into the starting lineup when he returned.

He started a little bit slow and appeared to be adjusting to NFL wide receivers which can’t be easy. But once he got his feet under him he played much better.

Defensive coordinator Steve Wilks didn’t do him any favors either, playing a lot of zone coverage when man is Williams’ strength. Part of the reason they played so much zone is because of their lack of talent at safety.

But either way, Williams showed the ability to adjust and improve from the beginning of the season to the end which is about all you can ask for from a rookie. He didn’t get any interceptions and only recorded two pass break-ups. He covered well at times but other times he looked like a rookie.

If Cleveland can strengthen their safety positions, which they’ve tried to do this offseason by signing Karl Joseph and Andrew Sendejo, then that will allow them to play more man coverage which should allow Williams to shine.

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