Jenkins Leads Browns Offense in 'Outstanding' Performance: Expert Analysis

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - OCTOBER 09: Elgton Jenkins #74 of the Green Bay Packers looks on as he walks off the field following an NFL football game between the Las Vegas Raiders and the Green Bay Packers at Allegiant Stadium on October 09, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images) | Getty Images Cleveland Browns general manager Andrew Berry entered free agency needing to figure out what to do at the center position. Ethan Pocic, who held down the position for the past four seasons, is a free agent while also recovering from a torn Achilles that ended his 2025 season after 13 games.

Luke Wypler finished out the final five games of the season, but suffered a knee injury in the season finale. It was Wypler’s latest injury, as he missed the entire 2024 season after suffering a fractured ankle in the preseason. While the team continues to say good things about the recovery of both Pocic and Wypler, Berry was still keen to add some new faces, which led him to sign veteran Elgton Jenkins in free agency.

A second-round selection by the Green Bay Packers in 2019, Jenkins has 94 career starts across four positions on the offensive line. His best work came at left guard, but he did play nine games at center for the Packers in 2025 before suffering his own season-ending injury. That versatility could come in handy depending on what happens with Pocic and Wypler, as well as whether or not Joel Bitonio returns for another season at left guard.

With the first week of free agency drawing to a close, let’s take a look at some opinions on the decision to sign Jenkins. ESPN’s Seth Walder: A The Browns entered this offseason needing starters at all five offensive line positions. So it makes sense they ended up with the ultimate position-less offensive lineman in Jenkins, who has significant experience at center, guard and tackle.