Browns' Draft Hopes Hinge on Mauigoa's Back

0:00On April 8th, the Cleveland Browns are eyeing offensive tackles high in the 2026 NFL draft, and Miami's Frances Mauigua was one hot name, until a back issue popped up at the Combine Medicals. He's heading to recheck soon to get that back examined again, with just two weeks until draft night. Reports say the problem caused him some real discomfort toward the end of the 2025 season. Mauigua ranks as the 5th best prospect overall right now, so the Browns sitting as 6th overall might have to grab him there or risk missing out. Fans and scouts are buzzing about how this could shake up their draft plans. If teens get spooked by the back flag, he might slip a bit, opening doors for Cleveland. The Browns love trading down for extra picks and cheaper deals anyway. Keep watching those medical updates. They could decide if Mauigua lands in Cleveland or slides elsewhere as the draft clock ticks down. NFL News Today, powered by AI bringing you what matters on Game Day.