Cleveland Browns NFL draft picks 2024: Full list of team's round-by-round selections
Here is a 2024 NFL draft pick-by-pick breakdown for the Cleveland Browns:
Round 2 (No. 54 overall) — Michael Hall Jr., DT, Ohio State: They're finally on the board after paying off their Deshaun Watson debt. And Cleveland adds a plus athlete who could capture his potential on an elite defense featuring 2023 Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett. Draft tracker
Round 3 (85) — Zak Zinter, G, Michigan: The run on Wolverines continues, though he's probably here for depth behind Joel Bitonio and Wyatt Teller ... at least for now as Zinter recover from his broken leg. Draft tracker
Round 5 (156, from Eagles through Cardinals) — Jamari Thrash, WR, Louisville: Thrash is deep threat and has shown consistency in running the whole route tree. His clean release will be challenged against tougher defenders in the NFL but he can at least carve out a role on special teams with his speed. Considering the Browns' diverse talents at wide receiver already, and the other prospects on the board, this feels like a reach. Draft tracker
Round 6 (206, from Ravens) — Nathaniel Watson, LB, Mississippi State: Cleveland continues to add pieces on defense late in the draft with the athletic Watson. In 2023, he led the SEC in sacks (10.0) and tackles (137). His instincts leave something to be desired but his quick reactions, speed, and tackling will make him a special teams standout or a high-end backup at linebacker. Draft tracker
Round 7 (227, from Titans) — Myles Harden, CB, South Dakota: Harden joins a talented defensive back group in Cleveland and should offer nickel versatility early on. He's aggressive and competitive and that shines through with his tackling prowess. His fluid movement skills could see spot time at safety as well as cornerback for the Browns. Draft tracker
Round 7 (243) — Jowon Briggs, DT, Cincinnati: Cleveland keeps Briggs in Ohio by taking him at No. 243 overall. The 6-foot-1, 313-pound Briggs gets off the ball quickly with the power to make a difference early on. He needs to work on his rush plan and lacks ideal length. Draft tracker
Cleveland Browns' recent top draft picks
2023 (No. 74 overall): Cedric Tillman, WR, Tennessee
2022 (No. 68 overall): Martin Emerson, CB, Mississippi State
2021 (No. 26 overall): Greg Newsome II, CB, Northwestern
2020 (No. 10 overall): Jedrick Wills, Jr., OT, Alabama
2019 (No. 46 overall): Greedy Williams, CB, LSU
Previous drafts: 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020
2024 NFL draft: Every team's picks
NFC East: Commanders | Cowboys | Eagles | Giants
NFC South: Buccaneers | Falcons | Panthers | Saints
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Cleveland Browns NFL draft picks 2024: Round-by-round selections
