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    Oct 10, 2020; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs cornerback Martin Emerson (1) celebrates with safety Fred Peters (38) after an incomplete pass against the Kentucky Wildcats in the second half at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-USA TODAY Sports
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    Cleveland Browns Film Room: Rookie CB Martin Emerson

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    Oct 29, 2020; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers free safety Tre Boston (33) back on defense against the Atlanta Falcons during the second quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports
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    Five Remaining Free Agent Targets for the Cleveland Browns

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    Mar 5, 2022; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Alabama-birmingham defensive lineman Alex Wright (DL50) goes through drills during the 2022 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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    Cleveland Browns NFL Draft Profile: Alex Wright, EDGE UAB

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    Nov 29, 2019; Fort Collins, CO, USA; Boise State Broncos wide receiver Khalil Shakir (2) pulls in a reception over Colorado State Rams cornerback Keevan Bailey (25) in the fourth quarter at Sonny Lubick Field at Canvas Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
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    Cleveland Browns NFL Draft Profile: Khalil Shakir, WR Boise State

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    Sep 18, 2021; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins wide receiver Kyle Philips (2) makes a catch for a touchdown against Fresno State Bulldogs defensive back Bralyn Lux (38) in the fourth quarter at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
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    Cleveland Browns NFL Draft Profile: Kyle Philips, WR UCLA

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    Nov 6, 2021; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson (1) runs the ball during the second quarter against the Tennessee Volunteers at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-USA TODAY Sports
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    Cleveland Browns NFL Draft Profile: Wan'Dale Robinson, WR Kentucky

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    Nov 13, 2021; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins tight end Greg Dulcich (85) runs with the ball for a first down in the first half against the Colorado Buffaloes at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports
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    Cleveland Browns NFL Draft Profile: Greg Dulcich, TE UCLA

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    Nov 6, 2020; Carson, California, USA; San Jose State Spartans quarterback Nick Starkel (17) throws a pass under pressure from San Diego State Aztecs defensive lineman Cameron Thomas (99)in the first half at Dignity Health Sports Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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    Cleveland Browns NFL Draft Profile: Cameron Thomas, DL San Diego State

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    Dec 4, 2021; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Michigan Wolverines linebacker David Ojabo (55) reacts during the first quarter against the Iowa Hawkeyes in the Big Ten Conference championship game at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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    Cleveland Browns NFL Draft Profile: David Ojabo, EDGE Michigan

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    Aug 31, 2019; Charlotte, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Sam Howell (7) gets sacked by South Carolina Gamecocks defensive lineman Kingsley Enagbare (52) at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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    Cleveland Browns NFL Draft Profile: Kingsley Enagbare, EDGE South Carolina

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    Nov 21, 2020; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners linebacker Nik Bonitto (11) reacts at the end of the first half against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
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    Cleveland Browns NFL Draft Profile: Nik Bonitto, EDGE Oklahoma

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    Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end Tyreke Smith (11) moves past Indiana Hoosiers offensive lineman Luke Haggard (70) during the second quarter of a NCAA Division I football game between the Indiana Hoosiers and the Ohio State Buckeyes on Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021 at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington, Ind. Cfb Ohio State Buckeyes At Indiana Hoosiers
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    Cleveland Browns NFL Draft Profile: Tyreke Smith, EDGE Ohio State

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    Nov 27, 2021; Louisville, Kentucky, USA; Louisville Cardinals quarterback Malik Cunningham (3) throws a pass against Kentucky Wildcats defensive end Josh Paschal (4) during the second quarter at Cardinal Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-USA TODAY Sports
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    Cleveland Browns NFL Draft Profile: Josh Paschal, DL Kentucky

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    Peach Bowl: Georgia wide receiver George Pickens (1) brings in a pass from quarterback JT Daniel for a catch. Ncaa Football Chick Fil A Peach Bowl Georgia Vs Cincinnati
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    Cleveland Browns NFL Draft Profile: George Pickens, WR Georgia

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    Alabama wide receiver John Metchie III (8) scores a touchdown during a football game between the Tennessee Volunteers and the Alabama Crimson Tide at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Ala., on Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021. Kns Tennessee Alabama Football Bp
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    Browns NFL Draft Profile: John Metchie III, WR Alabama

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    Nov 6, 2021; College Park, Maryland, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions wide receiver Jahan Dotson (5) reacts after a second half touchdown reception against the Maryland Terrapins at Capital One Field at Maryland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
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    Browns NFL Draft Profile: Jahan Dotson, WR Penn State

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    Nov 19, 2021; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars defensive lineman Logan Hall (92) celebrates defensive lineman Derek Parish (0) sack against Memphis Tigers quarterback Seth Henigan (14) (not pictured) in the fourth quarter at TDECU Stadium. Houston Cougars won 31 to 13. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-USA TODAY Sports
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    Browns NFL Draft Profile: Logan Hall, DL Houston

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    Oct 2, 2021; Boulder, Colorado, USA; USC Trojans linebacker Drake Jackson (99) before the game against the Colorado Buffaloes at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
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    Browns Draft Profile: Drake Jackson, EDGE USC

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    Sep 18, 2021; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Western Michigan Broncos wide receiver Skyy Moore (24) runs after a pass reception on is way to scoring a touchdown against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the second quarter at Heinz Field. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
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    Browns NFL Draft Profile: Skyy Moore, WR Western Michigan

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    Nov 28, 2021; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Cleveland Browns defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (90) gives a thumbs up during the game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
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    Cleveland Browns Film Room: Did Jadeveon Clowney Play himself out of Cleveland?

    By Sam Penix
    Jan 3, 2021; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns cornerback M.J. Stewart (36) celebrates an interception during the second half against the Pittsburgh Steelers at FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
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    Cleveland Browns Film Room: M.J. Stewart Earned Larger Role

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    Nov 7, 2021; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns safety Ronnie Harrison (33) walks off the field after the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-USA TODAY Sports
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    Cleveland Browns Film Room: What to do with Ronnie Harrison?

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    Cleveland Browns outside linebacker Malcolm Smith (56) celebrates with the defense after intercepting a pass thrown by Houston Texans quarterback Davis Mills (10) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Cleveland, Ohio. [Jeff Lange/Beacon Journal] Browns 11 Syndication Akron Beacon Journal
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    Cleveland Browns: Where do we go from here?

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    Oct 11, 2020; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns offensive guard Joel Bitonio (75) is introduced before the game between the Cleveland Browns and the Indianapolis Colts at FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
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    How did Browns Joel Bitonio Fare at Left Tackle?

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    Dec 12, 2021; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (95) returns a fumble for a touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens during the second quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-USA TODAY Sports
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    Cleveland Browns Defense is Finally Coming Together

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    Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield and receiver Odell Beckham Jr. have been putting in extra work together. main
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    On Baker Mayfield, Odell Beckham Jr., and what really matters

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    Baker Mayfield's Injury and Impact on Future Contract

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    Arizona Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury tests positive for COVID-19, will miss Browns game

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    Oct 3, 2021; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) looks on during the fourth quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports
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    Honesty, Consistency, and Completeness Paramount in Discussing Baker Mayfield

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    Aug 29, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons offensive tackle Jalen Mayfield (77) blocks against Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Malik McDowell (58) during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
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    Cleveland Browns Film Room: Malik McDowell and Malik Jackson Excel in Week 1

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    David Njoku and Anthony Schwartz Film Room 2021 Week 1
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    Cleveland Browns Film Room: Anthony Schwartz, David Njoku, and Spacing

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    Aug 22, 2021; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns center Blake Hance (62) and offensive guard Colby Gossett (72) at the line of scrimmage with offensive guard Drew Forbes (79) against the New York Giants during the second quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-USA TODAY Sports
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    Cleveland Browns Film Room: Blake Hance, Super Utility Man

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    Browns center Nick Harris, right, fends off defensive tackle Andrew Billings on Monday, August 2, 2021 in Berea, Ohio, at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus. [Phil Masturzo/ Beacon Journal] Browns 8 3 6
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    Cleveland Browns Film Room: Concerns at 1-tech are Entirely Justified

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    Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Jordan Elliott (96) rushes New York Giants quarterback Mike Glennon (2) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 22, 2021, in Cleveland, Ohio. [Jeff Lange/Beacon Journal] Brownsgiants 4
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    Cleveland Browns Film Room: Jordan Elliott's Improvement is Evident

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    Elijah Lee Film Room 2021
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    Cleveland Browns Film Room: Meet Elijah Lee, the New Backup MIKE

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    Browns center Nick Harris, right, fends off defensive tackle Andrew Billings on Monday, August 2, 2021 in Berea, Ohio, at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus. [Phil Masturzo/ Beacon Journal] Browns 8 3 6
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    Cleveland Browns Film Room: The Defensive Tackle Room Must Step Up

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    Cleveland Browns Film Room: Malik McDowell Could be Exactly what the Defense Needs

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    Cleveland Browns Takk McKinley Film Room 2021
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    Cleveland Browns Film Room: Takk McKinley is Extremely Important

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    Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (13) celebrates on the sideline during NFL football practice, Thursday, Aug. 12, 2021, in Berea, Ohio. Brownscamp12 7
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    Cleveland Browns Film Room: Odell Beckham Jr. will Bounce Back in 2021

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    Cleveland Browns cornerback Greedy Williams, facing, participates in drills with Greg Newsome II during NFL football training camp, Friday, July 30, 2021, in Berea, Ohio. Brownscamp31 15
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    Cleveland Browns Film Room: Who Starts Opposite Denzel Ward?

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    Cleveland Browns defensive end Jadeveon Clowney chants along with fans during NFL football training camp, Friday, July 30, 2021, in Berea, Ohio. Brownscamp31 12
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    Cleveland Browns Film Room: Is Jadeveon Clowney an upgrade?

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    Jul 29, 2021; Berea, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns wide receiver Anthony Schwartz (10) catches a pass during training camp at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
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    Cleveland Browns Film Room: How can Anthony Schwartz help in 2021?

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