Cleveland Browns Preseason Report Card: 5 Players to Buy or Sell
After analyzing two preseason games, here's a comprehensive evaluation of five key Cleveland Browns players showing promise or concern:
DT Jordan Elliott - SELL
- Restructured contract with lower $1.7M cap hit
- Only starter to play in Hall of Fame game
- Outperformed by teammates Togiai, Hurst, and rookie Ika
- Signing of Shelby Harris further threatens position
- Continued underwhelming performance since 2020 draft
WR Austin Watkins Jr - BUY
- 8 catches on 10 targets for 106 yards and 1 TD
- Strong 6'3" frame with good separation ability
- Excellent hands and concentration
- Previous 1,000-yard season at UAB (19.2 yards/catch)
- Making most of opportunity with other receivers injured
WR Elijah Moore - BUY
- Acquired from Jets for second-round pick
- 34% of yards from YAC and designed runs
- Versatile weapon for quick passes
- Can line up anywhere in formation
- Helps stretch field and create running lanes
K Cade York - SELL
- No competition brought to camp
- Struggling with sub-50 yard kicks in preseason
- Only converting extra points so far
- 75% field goal percentage last season
- Concerns about performance under pressure
QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson - BUY
- Impressive stats: 17/21, 194 yards, 2 TDs
- Added 47 rushing yards on 9 carries
- Zero turnovers unlike other backup QBs
- Rising from 4th string to potential backup
- Shows poise and decision-making ability
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Quarterback throwing football during game
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