Browns Trade for Tytus Howard, Sign Zion Johnson

0:00On March 23rd, Cleveland Browns kicked off their offseason by trading for offensive tackle Titus Howard from the Houston Texans, then signed Guard, Zion Johnson and Guard Center Elton Jenkins to rebuild their line. All five starters from last season hit free agency, so these moves aimed to shore up protection of front for the upcoming 2026 campaign. The team brings back an elite defense that ranks 6th in the league, allowing just 305.8 yards per game. Miles Garrett set a single season sack record with 23 takedowns, though the unit spent too much time on the field thanks to a struggling. Offense that scored only 16.4 points per game, dead last but won. Fans remain skeptical after a 5-and-12 finish last year, with big question marks at quarterback between Shadour Sanders and Deshaun Watson, neither of whom has inspired confidence in a Browns jersey. Bleacher report pegs them for six wins and 11 losses in Todd Monkins' first year as coach, a modest step up, but no playoff push. They added linebacker Quincy Williams in free agency, an eyewide receiver help plus a

1:04left tackle in April's draft to boost the passing game. While improvements are there on paper, the Browns need real results to shift the narrative. Expectations stay grounded for now, but a stronger line in defense could spark progress if the quarterback spots stabilizes.