Cleveland Browns Draft Joe Royer: New Tight End, Fresh Blood

0:00On April 25, Cleveland Browns just snag Cincinnati tight in Joe Royer, with a third pick in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL. Draft. This move plugs a whole left by longtime starter David and Joku heading out the door, giving the Browns some fresh blood at the position. Roya built his resume after transferring from Ohio State where he barely saw the field to Cincinnati. Over his college career, he hauled in 83 catches for 962 yards and 7 touchdowns with most of that popping off in his. Bearcats days. His final season there netted 416 yards and 4 scores. Fans and analysts see Royer sliding right into the lineup as an inline blocker, especially since Harold Fanon Jr. plays more as a flex guy. Browns needed that traditional tight in presence, and Royer's size and hands make him a natural fit for Kevin Stofansky's offense. No big veteran signing yet, so Roya could lock down a starting gig from day one as a rookie.

1:00That kind of opportunity doesn't come around often for late round picks. The Browns keep building depth smartly, and Roya's upside has everyone watching how he gels in camp come summer.