Sam Penix

Sam has been covering the NFL and NBA since 2016, with a focus on Cleveland sports and the NFL Draft. He has previously served as a data analyst and media correspondent with Pro Football Focus, as well as a film analyst with Sports Illustrated.

Sep 18, 2021; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Western Michigan Broncos wide receiver Skyy Moore (24) runs after a pass reception on is way to scoring a touchdown against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the second quarter at Heinz Field. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Cleveland Browns Mock Draft: Young playmakers aplenty

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Nov 20, 2021; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Jameson Williams (1) leaves the field defeating the Arkansas Razorbacks at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Alabama won 42-35. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-USA TODAY Sports

7-Round 2022 Cleveland Browns Mock Draft: Bye Week Edition adds several wideouts

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Browns, Baker Mayfield. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports

Cleveland Browns Week 1 Reactions: No need to panic despite loss to Chiefs

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BEREA, OH - AUGUST 03: Offensive tackle Jack Conklin #78 of the Cleveland Browns blocks defensive end Jadeveon Clowney #90 during Cleveland Browns Training Camp on August 3, 2021 in Berea, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images)

The Cleveland Browns are taking a massive risk on the defensive line in 2021

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CLEVELAND, OHIO - AUGUST 22: Defensive tackle Malik McDowell #58 of the Cleveland Browns blocks running back Corey Clement #30 of the New York Giants during the second quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium on August 22, 2021 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)

Cleveland Browns vs. Falcons: 5 Players who must show out in Preseason Week 3

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CLEVELAND, OHIO - AUGUST 22: Defensive tackle Malik McDowell #58 of the Cleveland Browns runs a play during the second quarter against the New York Giants at FirstEnergy Stadium on August 22, 2021 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)

Cleveland Browns: Malik McDowell shows why team had faith in him

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Aug 22, 2021; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns running back John Kelly (49) scores a touchdown in front of the defense of New York Giants cornerback Rodarius Williams (25) during the second half at FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Cleveland Browns: 5 Players who increased their stock in Preseason Week 2 Victory

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Jan 17, 2021; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs running back Darrel Williams (31) runs the ball against Cleveland Browns middle linebacker B.J. Goodson (93) during the first half in the AFC Divisional Round playoff game at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports

Cleveland Browns: 10 potential free agent reinforcements ahead of 2021 season

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Sep 13, 2020; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback CJ Henderson (23) breaks up a pass intended for Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Zach Pascal (14) during the third quarter at TIAA Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Douglas DeFelice-USA TODAY Sports

Cleveland Browns: 10 potential preseason trade targets

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Aug 14, 2021; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Cleveland Browns wide receiver Davion Davis (18) motions for a first down against the Jacksonville Jaguars in the fourth quarter at TIAA Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-USA TODAY Sports

Cleveland Browns: 5 Players who increased their stock in Preseason Week 1 victory

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Indianapolis Colts wide receiver T.Y. Hilton (13) tries to bring down Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback C.J. Henderson (23) after Henderson intercepted a pass by Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers (17) during second quarter action. The half ended with the Colts with a 17 to 14 lead over the Jaguars. The Jacksonville Jaguars hosted the Indianapolis Colts for the season opening game at TIAA Bank Field Sunday, September 13, 2020. [Bob Self/Florida Times-Union]Fljax 091320 Jagsvscolts 3

Cleveland Browns: 5 trade targets in the event of Jaguars firesale in 2021

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Browns left tackle Jedrick Wills Jr., left, works on pass blocking techniques on Monday, August 2, 2021 in Berea, Ohio, at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus. [Phil Masturzo/ Beacon Journal]Browns 8 3 15

8 Cleveland Browns falling behind in training camp

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Oct 5, 2019; University Park, PA, USA; Purdue Boilermakers defensive end George Karlaftis (5) reacts during the second half against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-USA TODAY Sports

Cleveland Browns mock draft: 7-round 2022 mock preseason edition

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Browns reciver Donovan Peoples-Jones hauls in a pass in the end zone during practice on Tuesday, August 3, 2021 in Berea, Ohio, at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus. [Phil Masturzo/ Beacon Journal]Browns 8 4 Jones

Cleveland Browns: Top 5 players to watch in the preseason

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PITTSBURGH, PA - JANUARY 01: Robert Griffin III #10 of the Cleveland Browns in action during the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field on January 1, 2017 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***

6 former Cleveland Browns who might be done in the NFL

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May 14, 2021; Berea, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski (left) watches camp with general manager Andrew Berry during rookie minicamp at the Cleveland Browns Training Facility. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

5 biggest challenges awaiting the Cleveland Browns in 2021

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