Browns Trade for Versatile OL Tytus Howard

0:00On March 2nd, the Cleveland Browns kicked off the week by trading a 5th round draft pick to the Houston Texans for veteran offensive lineman Titus, Howard. This move feels a big gap at right tackle, especially with Jack Conklin dealing with injuries and likely heading to free agency. Some fans worried this trade might lock the Browns out of drafting top talent, like Miami's Frances Mauigoa at the number 6 overall pick. But Howard brings real flexibility to the line after playing multiple spots last season. He lined up at right tackle for more than half his snaps, plus time at left guard and right guard. That kind of versatility lets the coaching staff mix things up depending on other additions through free agency or the draft. In the latest season, Howard played over 1,000 snaps without allowing a single sec. His pass blocking stood out, earning a top 20 grade among tackles, though he had room to grow in the run game. This addition helps fix the Browns ongoing issues with offensive line injuries and keeps their draft plans wide open for high upside prospects.