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3 John Dorsey mistakes Cleveland Browns could bring back in 2022 free agency

By Greg Newland

Nov 7, 2021; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins defensive end Emmanuel Ogbah (91) reacts after sacking Houston Texans quarterback Tyrod Taylor (not pictured) during the second quarter of the game at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 7, 2021; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins defensive end Emmanuel Ogbah (91) reacts after sacking Houston Texans quarterback Tyrod Taylor (not pictured) during the second quarter of the game at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 24, 2021; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants free safety Jabrill Peppers (21) returns a punt as Carolina Panthers cornerback Stantley Thomas-Oliver (23) tackles during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 24, 2021; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants free safety Jabrill Peppers (21) returns a punt as Carolina Panthers cornerback Stantley Thomas-Oliver (23) tackles during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports /

Cleveland Browns: Dorsey Mistake No. 2 – Jabrill Peppers Trade

One of the worst trades in the NFL over the last five seasons would be the Odell Beckham trade. Not only did the Browns get a receiver who didn’t want to be there, but they also gave up Jabrill Peppers who was really starting to be a good player.

The safety came from college with an unclear position. He played everywhere on offense and defense at Michigan, and it wasn’t clear if he was a linebacker or a safety. However, after a year of learning, Peppers found his home at safety.

Not only was he good in coverage, but he was also a fantastic run defender who wasn’t afraid to come down in the box and lay a big hit on a running back.

Injuries set him back in 2021, but he had his best season as a pro in 2020 with the New York Giants. He had 91 tackles, two and a half sacks, and an interception. Peppers who is now out of his rookie deal will have an opportunity to become a free agent.

Peppers will draw some interest, but there are a handful of other guys in the class that are better players than him. The Browns who continue to utilize the three-safety look could have an interest in bringing him back.

With a guy like Peppers who has some size to him, you could see a scenario where he just becomes your third linebacker in certain scenarios. Peppers may be turned off by the idea of not playing every single snap, but it would be a great fit for his skillset.

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