Browns Target Jalen Thompson for Safety Upgrade

0:00It's March 6th for the NFL. Let's get into it. The Cleveland Browns had the fourth ranked defense in the league last season. That unit was third against the pass, but 16th versus the run. Now, they're staring down a long list of free agents they could lose, putting pressure on General Manager Andrew Berry to act fast. Unrestricted free agents include linebacker, Jerome Baker, safety, Ray Sean Jenkins, defensive in Cameron Thomas, and several cornerbacks in lineman. Unrestricted ones feature safety, Ronnie Hickman, and a few others. Free agency opens March 9th, and retaining these guys, especially at safety, will be key. Fans and analysts worry most about the safety spot hurting without Jenkins and Hickman, who were big in run support. The current group has Grand Delpid as the top tackler, plus special team standouts, Chris Edmonds and Donovan McMillan. Depth is thin there, and it could spell trouble. Incer, Jalen Thompson from the Arizona Cardinals as a potential fix.

1:01The 27-year-old safety started 15 games last year, with 95 tackles and solid run defense. He's durable with 99 gains played, 578 career tackles, and strong instincts. Thompson earned $12 million last season, and might land a two-year deal around $18.9 million. Berry, a former quarterback himself, loves stocking up on defensive backs. He could step in as a day one starter and shore up that room. The Daily News Now is powered by our sponsor, Link in the Description. If sleep podcasts are your thing, this is your pillow. Built for comfort and calm, S-O-L-I-SullyPillow.com