Browns' Jones Faces Tough Competition in 2026

0:00On April 30, Dewan Jones flashed serious potential over three years with the Cleveland Browns, holding down both right and left tackle spots. But three straight-season-ending injuries have the team rethinking his role as a locked-in starter heading into 2026. The Browns grabbed two fresh tackle prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft's first three rounds, Spencer Fano and Austin Barber signaling big. Changes up front. Finals got that college versatility from Utah, starting left before shifting right, and Barber's an athletic beast ready to develop as a swing guy. Fans and analysts see this as Jones fighting for scraps now, with his injury history making him a risky bet for everyday duty. The Browns value his experience but won't bank on him long-term, especially with these high pedigree rickies pushing hard. Training camp will test Fano for the left tackle gig first, maybe, sliding tight as Howard over to. If that clicks, Jones lies to insurance or rotation. Barber waits in the wings for injuries.

1:00Either way, he's not the future anchor. Word is, GM Andrew Berry's iron trades prove healthy this summer, and a day-three pick could ship Jones to a tackle-hungry squad clearing space for. The new blood.