Browns Re-sign Teven Jenkins to Boost Offensive Line

0:00On March 19, the Cleveland Browns resigned offensive guard, Steven Jenkins, to a one-year deal worth $4 million. This move comes as the team looks to bolster its offensive line after losing some key players from last season. Jenkins, who joined the Browns last year, is now the top candidate for the right guard spot and will compete with Zack's Inter and Jack Conley. Earlier this week, during the second wave of free agency, General Manager Andrew Berry brought Jenkins back. He originally came from the Chicago Bears, where he was drafted in the second round of the 2021 draft. At Oklahoma State, Jenkins started most games over four college seasons and helped power a strong rushing attack. Fans had hoped the Browns would keep several linemen, like Wyatt Teller, and Joel Betonio, but those players signed elsewhere or talks are ongoing. Jenkins steps in with solid experience, having started 42 of 62 career games across tackle and guard positions though injury slowed. Him in Chicago, last season with Cleveland,

1:02Jenkins backed up both guards before stepping in for the final five games at right guard after Teller's calf injury. He played cleanly with zero penalties or sacks allowed and just 14 pressures. Staying healthy can make him a real force up front. With Jenkins locked in, the Browns offense gets a familiar boost heading into training camp, setting up an intriguing battle on the line.