Browns' Left Tackle Need: Fano or Massive Build?

0:00On March 23rd, the Cleveland Browns still have a big need at left tackle heading into the NFL draft. Their current option, Dauan Jones, has missed time with serious injuries the past two seasons and earned a poor grade from pro football focus last. Year. General manager Andrew Berry strengthened other spots on the offensive line this off-season, but this key position remains wide open. Draft experts are buzzing about Spencer Fano from the University of Utah as the possible solution. The 6-foot-5, 311-pound tackle ranks in the top 15 overall prospects on major boards, often second among offensive linemen. At Utah's pro day, his arm-link measured nearly an inch longer than at the combine, shifting some scouts' views on his potential at left tackle. Fano showed strong college production, allowing just one sack over two years and earning elite pass blocking grades. He started at both tackle spots for the youths, with over 2,000 snaps combined. Analysts praised his athleticism and quick feat, though they note he needs work on pad level and staying square against inside moves.

1:06Still, the Browns seem to favor massive builds for the blind side, like their recent tries with 6-foot-a-plus players weighing over 300, 30 pounds. They hosted a top 30 visit with Miami's 6-foot-9, 345-pound Marquell Bell, hinting at their ideal size. As the draft nears in about a month, Cleveland's pickstash positions them well to grab a protector, whether it's Fano or someone built to there.