Browns Hire New Coach, Eye Offensive Line Upgrades

0:00On March 1st, it's been just 55 days since Cleveland Brown's owner, Jimmy Haslam called the next 120 days make or break for the team's future after firing head coach Kevin Stofansky. In that time, they moved fast, hiring Todd Monkin as the new head coach and wrapping up NFL Combine, Week in Indianapolis. Now, they're gearing up to lock in Monkin staff and dive into free agency. The biggest priority remains rebuilding the offensive line with the entire starting group hitting free agency. General manager Andrew Berry praised how the Chicago Bears overhauled theirs in one off season through drafts, signings and trades. He's eyeing similar moves, plus developing young tackles like Luke Weypler and DeWon Jones, who should be ready for next season. The Brown's chatted with top college prospects like Spencer Fano and Caleb Lomu from Utah. Meanwhile, the quarterback picture stays murky, even with shader sanders, Dylan Gabriel and DeShon Watson in the mix.

1:00Monkin hinted at upgrades everywhere, including quarterback and Berry didn't rule out drafting another. Monkin has connections to prospects like Ty Simpson from Alabama and Carson Beck from Miami, while locals like Drew Aller had solid meetings too. Trades for guys like Anthony Richardson or Free Agents could shake things up. Berry also seems poised to trade down from their high draft spot, just like last year when they got a big package for the number two pick. With offensive needs piling up, especially at quarterback, they're hunting for the best value without rushing. As Free Agents see heats up and the draft nears, these steps could set the Brown's on a sharper path forward.