Browns Trade for Howard, Texans Eye Fresh Start

0:00On March 2nd, the Cleveland Browns just made a big move on their offensive line, trading a 5th round pick to the Houston Texans for right tackle. Titus Howard in handing the 29-year-old a 3-year, $63 million contract extension. The deal won't be official until the new NFL year starts on March 11th. Howard brings real flexibility to Cleveland, since he can slide over to either guard spot, which fits perfectly as the Browns overhaul their line. Right now, only 24-year-old Dewan Jones, their 4th round pick from 2023, is under contract from last season's opening, starters, and he's still recovering from knee and hamstring surgery. Howard's been 7 years in Houston as a 2019 first round pick, starting 93 games, including all 16 in each of the last two, seasons. He saw the writing on the wall as the Texans clear space for younger talent ahead of new contracts. Meanwhile, the Browns' party weighs with head coach Kevin Stofansky after another rough 5-win 12-loss season and brought in Todd Munkin as the new guy.

1:05They also hold the number 6 pick in the 20-26 draft to keep building. Howard is pumped about turning things around in Cleveland, while Houston's eyes fresh playoff runs after their 3rd straight wildcard win, but another. This trade sets up an intriguing fresh start for both sides.