Jack Conklin Released: Top Teams Eye Veteran OT

0:00On March 12, the Cleveland Browns released Wright Tackle Jack Conklin on Thursday after six seasons with the team. The move saves them $885,000 in cap space while taking on a $12.4 million debt cap hit. Conklin was a starting offensive lineman who brought solid play to the line when healthy. Over the last few years, injuries have kept Conklin off the field too often, limiting his reliability. Still, Team C value in his experience as a veteran starter who can anchor an offensive line. Now, free agents like the Detroit Lions, Kansas City Chiefs, and Las Vegas Raiders could target him. Detroit might ship in a stool to left Tackle and plug Conklin in on the right. Kansas City needs protection for Patrick Mahomes, and Las Vegas wants an upgrade ahead of drafting a new quarterback. His injury history might make some teams hesitate, but experts say he remains a smart, low-cost addition for any squad needing line help. With free agency open, Conklin should draw interest from those clubs looking to bolster their trenches without breaking the bank.