The Cleveland Browns need a new starter on the defensive line opposite Myles Garrett as the return of Jadeveon Clowney is highly unlikely. If Jacksonville doesn’t re-resign Arden Key, he should be on the Browns’ radar in free agency. Key has all of the physical tools to be a great pass rusher though he hasn’t been able to consistently. However, Key wasn’t able to make a significant contribution to the Raiders during his first three seasons he put back-to-back good seasons together in 2021 and 2022.
During the past two seasons, Key has registered 80 quarterback pressures to go with 11.5 sacks (PFF). Key is a sudden athlete off the line of scrimmage with an explosive first step to get to the quarterback. Speed and athleticism aren’t his only pass-rushing tools as he can switch from power to speed in a seamless transition.
