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5 linebackers Cleveland Browns could sign today

By Mitch Zoloty

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - OCTOBER 15: Jerick McKinnon #21 of the Minnesota Vikings carries the ball against Jake Ryan #47 of the Green Bay Packers during the game on October 15, 2017 at US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - OCTOBER 15: Jerick McKinnon #21 of the Minnesota Vikings carries the ball against Jake Ryan #47 of the Green Bay Packers during the game on October 15, 2017 at US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images) /
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BALTIMORE, MD – OCTOBER 13: Preston Brown #52 of the Cincinnati Bengals lines up against Matt Skura #68 of the Baltimore Ravens during the first half at M&T Bank Stadium on October 13, 2019 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) /

4. Preston Brown

When it comes to experience playing the inside linebacker position, there aren’t many free agents with more experience than Preston Brown available. Brown has predominantly played inside linebacker or middle linebacker his entire career. He would be able to come in and step right into the role that Mack Wilson has had to temporarily depart from due to injury.

While Brown’s past two seasons have had some injuries, as he has not played in more than 10 games in either of the years, he is probably the best available player for the Browns to sign. With 77 career starts underneath his belt so far in his 6-year career, he would be able to provide the playing experience that the Cleveland Browns desperately need.

His contract would likely be a team-friendly deal, considering if he wants to play in the NFL this season, his options are currently slim. He also knows what it’s like to play in the AFC North, and specifically against Lamar Jackson.

If the Browns want to win the division, they’re going to need to secure both wins against the Baltimore Ravens. Brown should have an idea of what to expect when playing against Lamar Jackson, and he can still play at a high enough level to contribute to slowing Lamar down. Even though Preston Brown is a Cincinnati native, he could easily find a second home in the city of Cleveland, at least for the upcoming season.

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