Browns Trade for Flexible OL Tytus Howard

0:00On March 2nd, the Cleveland Browns made a smart trade this week, sending a 5th round draft pick to the Houston Texans for veteran offensive lineman. Titus Howard, he's stepping in a right tackle, a spot they've needed help with, especially since Jack Conklin has dealt with injuries and might hit free agency. Soon. Earlier this week, some fans wondered if grabbing Howard meant the Browns would skip drafting a top tackle like Miami's Frances Mauigua at the number. He picks overall pick, but his background shows he brings real flexibility to the line. Howard lined up at three different spots last season, right tackle, left guard and right guard, given the coaching staff options no matter what else. They add their free agency or the draft, stats back up his value too, he didn't give up a single sack all year and ranked among the top pass blockers at his position. Sure, his run blocking had room to grow, but he keeps quarterback safe. With the Browns history of offensive line injuries, this move less than mix and match

1:01up front, while still eyeing those high end draft prospects.