The Cleveland Browns have several key free agent targets they should consider signing before the NFL Draft to improve their roster. Here are the top three options:

Cole Beasley - Wide Receiver

• Perfect slot receiver replacement for Jarvis Landry
• Recorded 82 receptions in each of last two seasons with Bills
• Has previous chemistry with Amari Cooper from Cowboys days
• Could sign affordable one-year deal
• Would upgrade slot position over Jakeem Grant

Trey Flowers - Edge Rusher

• Potential replacement for Jadeveon Clowney
• Has recorded 7+ sacks in three seasons
• At age 28, could be effective complement to Myles Garrett
• Would allow Chase Winovich to be situational pass rusher
• Buy-low option with upside if healthy

Akiem Hicks - Defensive Line

• Veteran presence for young interior D-line
• Pro Bowler in 2018 with Bears
• 40.5 career sacks since 2012 shows pass-rush ability
• Could elevate D-line alongside Garrett
• Experienced starter to pair with Jordan Elliott/Tommy Togiai
• Durability concerns but high upside when healthy

The Browns need to strengthen their roster after an 8-9 season in 2021. With no first-round pick due to the Deshaun Watson trade, these veteran free agents could provide immediate impact at reasonable costs. Their experience and specific skill sets would address key needs at receiver, edge rusher, and defensive line.

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