The Cleveland Browns are set to get to work next week as NFL free agency opens up.
They have already restructured one contract in cornerback Denzel Ward to make $11 million in cap space available, and it will surely not be the last one they mess around with as the Browns will have plenty of money to spend when free agency finally arrives. They also have seven draft picks, so the opportunity to add talent to the roster is not lost on the Browns despite what ill-advised think pieces might be on the internet.
They do, however, have needs at multiple positions on the roster. Defensive tackle is a massive one, as only Dalvin Tomlinson played meaningful snaps of the four currently under contract. Wide receiver will also be upgraded, likely through both free agency and the 2024 NFL draft.
Before free agency hits, however, here are the current 50 players under contract with 40 spots left to fill before training camp begins.
QB Deshaun Watson
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QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson
Aug 17, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson (17) passes the ball against the Philadelphia Eagles during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
RB Nick Chubb
Sep 10, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb (24) runs the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals during the third quarter at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-USA TODAY Sports
RB Jerome Ford
Dec 28, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns running back Jerome Ford (34) runs the ball during the second half against the New York Jets at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-USA TODAY Sports
RB Pierre Strong Jr.
Oct 1, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns running back Pierre Strong Jr. (20) runs with the ball beside Baltimore Ravens cornerback Brandon Stephens (21) in the fourth quarter at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports
RB John Kelly Jr.
Aug 17, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson (17) hands off to running back John Kelly Jr. (41) during the first quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
WR Amari Cooper
Dec 24, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Cleveland Browns wide receiver Amari Cooper (2) signs autographs for fans after the game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
WR Elijah Moore
CLEVELAND, OHIO – DECEMBER 28: Elijah Moore #8 celebrates a catch against the New York Jets at Cleveland Browns Stadium on December 28, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
WR Cedric Tillman
Nov 26, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; Cleveland Browns wide receiver Cedric Tillman (19) runs after a catch made in the second quarter against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
WR David Bell
Dec 24, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Cleveland Browns wide receiver David Bell (18) catches a pass during warm ups before playing against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-USA TODAY Sports
WR Michael Woods II
Jan 1, 2023; Landover, Maryland, USA; Cleveland Browns wide receiver Michael Woods II (12) runs after a catch as Washington Commanders linebacker David Mayo (51) defends during the second half at FedExField. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
WR Jaelon Darden
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TE David Njoku
Feb 4, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; AFC tight end David Njoku (85) of the Cleveland Browns reacts during the 2024 Pro Bowl at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports
TE Jordan Akins
Oct 29, 2023; Seattle, Washington, USA; Cleveland Browns tight end Jordan Akins (84) catches a pass during warmups prior to the game against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-USA TODAY Sports
TE Zaire Mitchell-Paden
Aug 3, 2023; Canton, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns tight end Zaire Mitchell-Paden (83) carries the ball against the New York Jets during the first half at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
OT Jedrick Wills
Cleveland Browns offensive tackle Jedrick Wills Jr. (71) looks to make a block during an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Kirk Irwin)
OT Jack Conklin
Oct 11, 2020; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns offensive tackle Jack Conklin (78) is introduced before the game between the Cleveland Browns and the Indianapolis Colts at FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
OT Dawand Jones
CLEVELAND, OHIO – NOVEMBER 05: Dawand Jones #79 of the Cleveland Browns waves to fans after the game against the Arizona Cardinals at Cleveland Browns Stadium on November 05, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images)
OT James Hudson III
Nov 12, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Cleveland Browns offensive tackle James Hudson III (66) celebrates a first down against the Baltimore Ravens during the second half at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jessica Rapfogel-USA TODAY Sports
OT LeRoy Watson
Aug 25, 2023; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers offensive tackle Leroy Watson IV (78) during the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
OT Justin Murray
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OG Joel Bitonio
Oct 1, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns guard Joel Bitonio (75) is introduced before the game between the Browns and the Baltimore Ravens at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
OG Wyatt Teller
Cleveland Browns guard Wyatt Teller (77) warms up prior to an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Rusty Jones)
OG Drew Forbes
Aug 22, 2021; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns offensive guard Drew Forbes (79) blocks against the New York Giants during the third quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-USA TODAY Sports
OG Dawson Deaton
May 25, 2022; Berea, OH, USA; Cleveland Browns guard Dawson Deaton (52) walks off the field during organized team activities at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
C Ethan Pocic
Sep 18, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) under center center Ethan Pocic (55) against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
C Luke Wypler
CLEVELAND, OHIO – AUGUST 11: Center Luke Wypler #56 of the Cleveland Browns prepares to make the snap during the second half of a preseason game against the Washington Commanders at Cleveland Browns Stadium on August 11, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Commanders defeated the Browns. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
DE Myles Garrett
Jan 13, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (95) reacts in a 2024 AFC wild card game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
DE Alex Wright
Oct 15, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns defensive end Alex Wright (91) celebrates after a play during the second half against the San Francisco 49ers at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
DE Ogbo Okoronkwo
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DE Isaiah McGuire
Aug 17, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns defensive end Isaiah McGuire (57) against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
DE Lonnie Phelps
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DE Isaiah Thomas
Oct 31, 2022; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns defensive end Isaiah Thomas (58) sacks Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) during the second quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-USA TODAY Sports
DT Dalvin Tomlinson
Dec 17, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Dalvin Tomlinson (94) celebrates a tackle for loss against the Chicago Bears during the first quarter at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-USA TODAY Sports
DT Siaki Ika
CANTON, OHIO – AUGUST 03: Siaki Ika #62 of the Cleveland Browns celebrates a third down stop during the second half of the 2023 Pro Hall of Fame Game against the New York Jets at Tom Benson Hall Of Fame Stadium on August 3, 2023 in Canton, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images)
Sep 17, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jayden Peevy (92) walks on the sideline during the first half against the Los Angeles Chargers at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports
LB Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah
Dec 17, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah (6) celebrates during the first quarter against the Chicago Bears at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-USA TODAY Sports
LB Tony Fields II
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LB Mohamoud Diabate
Dec 17, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns linebacker Mohamoud Diabate (43) recovers a muffed punt by Chicago Bears wide receiver Trent Taylor (15) during the second half at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
LB Charlie Thomas III
Sep 24, 2022; Orlando, Florida, USA; UCF Knights running back Isaiah Bowser (5) runs against Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets linebacker Charlie Thomas (1) during the second half at FBC Mortgage Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-USA TODAY Sports
LB Caleb Johnson
Sep 17, 2022; College Station, Texas, USA; Miami Hurricanes linebacker Caleb Johnson (40) and Texas A&M Aggies running back Amari Daniels (4) in action during the game between the Texas A&M Aggies and the Miami Hurricanes at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
CB Denzel Ward
Oct 15, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah (6) and cornerback Denzel Ward (21) and wide receiver Elijah Moore (8) celebrate after San Francisco 49ers place kicker Jake Moody (not pictured) missed a field goal during the final seconds of the game at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
CB Greg Newsome II
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – NOVEMBER 12: Greg Newsome II #0 of the Cleveland Browns celebrates returning an interception for a touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens during the fourth quarter at M&T Bank Stadium on November 12, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)
CB Martin Emerson Jr.
Dec 17, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns cornerback Martin Emerson Jr. (23) celebrates a stop by the defense against the Chicago Bears during the fourth quarter at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-USA TODAY Sports
CB Cameron Mitchell
Dec 10, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns cornerback Cameron Mitchell (29) celebrates after a stop during the second half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
CB Kahlef Hailassie
Nov 19, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns cornerback Kahlef Hailassie (25) hugs Pittsburgh Steelers running back Anthony McFarland Jr. (26) following the game at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-USA TODAY Sports
CB Vincent Gray
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S Grant Delpit
Sep 10, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns safety Grant Delpit (22) hits Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) during the second half at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
S Juan Thornhill
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S D'Anthony Bell
Cleveland Browns safety D’Anthony Bell (37), center, celebrates an interception in the first quarter during a Week 18 NFL football game between the Cleveland Browns at Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024, at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati.
S Ronnie Hickman
Dec 10, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns safety Ronnie Hickman (33) celebrates after a stop during the second half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
K Dustin Hopkins
Dec 10, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns place kicker Dustin Hopkins (7) and tight end Harrison Bryant (88) celebrate after Hopkins kicked a field goal during the fourth quarter against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
K Lucas Havrisik
Indianapolis Colts place kicker Lucas Havrisik (3) warms up before facing the Chicago Bears in an NFL preseason game Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
LS Charley Hughlett
Nov 29, 2020; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Cleveland Browns long snapper Charley Hughlett (47) walks on the field during warmups before the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at TIAA Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports
