5 linebackers Cleveland Browns could sign today

3. Alec Ogletree

Alec Ogletree is probably the most expensive name on this list. He most likely has not signed yet because he hasn’t gotten a contract offer that he likes. If the Browns were now willing to spend a chunk of money on a linebacker, Ogletree is their best bet to do so. The former Ram and Giant has started in 93 games so far in his NFL career, which is every single one he has played in.

Predominantly playing an inside linebacker position, Ogletree is another guy on this list who could step in and replace Mack Wilson directly. Ogletree will be turning 29 this season, so, like Clay Matthews III, he would likely not be a long term solution at linebacker. Right now, the Browns aren’t and shouldn’t be looking to sign someone to be a long term solution at the position.

Bringing in Ogletree on a one-year prove-it contract could be very beneficial for both parties involved. The only problem would be the cap hit, as the Browns are in for an interesting ride in terms of cap space over the next few seasons. If the team is willing to take a slightly bumpier cap space ride in the future, Ogletree could help them find success in 2020.

This would be a high risk, high reward type of move. Andrew Berry doesn’t seem like the type of general manager to make this move, but if he could figure out how to bring Ogletree in on a contract worth less than Ogletree wants, then it could be a huge win for the Cleveland Browns.