Browns Lose Bush, Shift Focus to Offense

0:00On March 9th, the Cleveland Browns decided not to bring back Linebacker Devon Bush, one of their top free agents. He quickly signed a three-year contract with the Chicago Bears worth up to $30 million, including $21 million in guarantees. That's a big jump from the 3.5 million he made with Cleveland last season. The Browns had shown interest in keeping Bush to pair him with their defensive rookie of the year, Carson Schwessinger. But after passing on center Tyler Linderbaum, they shifted focus to offense. Their first big move was grabbing left guard Zion Johnson from the Chargers on a three-year deal worth $49.5 million. Bush delivered a break-up performance in 2025, posting a career high 125 tackles, two sacks, two forced fumbles, and three interceptions, two of which he took to the house. He also shown in coverage. Fans and analysts see him as tough to replace on defense. Now, inside Linebacker tops Cleveland's kneesless, heading into free agency, and the draft.

1:02With nine picks in the 2026 NFL draft, including spots at number 6 and number 24, General Manager Andrew Berry has options to. Target Fresh Talent there. This pivot highlights the Browns prioritizing offense while eyeing the draft for defensive help, setting up an intriguing offseason ahead.