Cleveland Browns: 4 free agent targets no one is talking about

The Cleveland Browns should be buyers in free agency but instead of going after superstars, they might target players no one is talking about

After going 8-9 and missing the playoffs, the Cleveland Browns need to make some moves to re-tool their roster. Of course, it’s easy to look at big-name players and start imagining them joining the orange and brown.

However, this front office has shown they can make a splash without going after superstars. Instead, they know how to round out a roster with solid players who fit the system.

With that being said, here are four free-agent targets that could be on the radar even if their names aren’t being discussed widespread.

Cleveland Browns Target No. 4: Jayron Kearse, S

After four seasons in Minnesota where he was primarily a reserve, Jayron Kearse joined the Detroit Lions in 2020 and started seven of 11 games. He did enough there to convince the Dallas Cowboys to bring him in on a one-year deal — and he might have played himself out of a job with them.

Kearse started 15 of 16 games he played in and had 101 tackles, two interceptions, 10 pass defenses, and a sack. He was a perfect fit for Dan Quinn’s defense but what he did there would translate to the Browns defense.

Kearse, who stands 6-foot-4 and 215-pounds, played a strong safety role that had him lined up close to the line of scrimmage. In Cleveland, he would perform a similar role to the one Ronnie Harrison performed the past two seasons. Not only could he play the hybrid linebacker/safety role but would also be an upgrade for Joe Woods’ defense.