Browns NFL draft: Surprise OT might be Cleveland’s focus near top of 2026 NFL draft

CLEVELAND - 2009: George Warhop of the Cleveland Browns poses for his 2009 NFL headshot at photo day in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by NFL Photos) When it comes to the NFL draft process, when information is conveyed or leaked is almost as important as what actually happens at college Pro Days . Often, early information shortly after the NFL combine and around each Pro Day seems to be more accurate than anything that stirs up in the last two weeks leading up to each NFL draft.

For the 2026 NFL draft, the Cleveland Browns are in need of a left tackle, it seems , as well as a lead wide receiver . With two first-round picks this year , the Browns might be able to fill both needs. OT Kadyn Proctor has rarely seen his name mentioned as an option for Cleveland’s top pick in the draft.

If Proctor was mock drafted to the Browns, it was often with the latter first-round pick, with a wide receiver selected with the earlier selection. Proctor is ranked 21st overall on the Consensus Big Board , and the fourth highest behind Francis Mauigoa , Monroe Freeling, and Spencer Fano . Very few NFL mock drafts have Proctor being selected in the Top 15, but ESPN’s Field Yates noted that the massive offensive tackle was impressive at his Pro Day: Alabama OT Kadyn Proctor had a lot of people buzzing here at pro day.

His movements skills during the on-field drills were exceptional. And you could hear the sound of him hitting the bags from the opposite side of the field. He’s got a busy slate of visits between now and the… — Field Yates (@FieldYates) March 25, 2026 Foot speed has been a concern for Proctor’s ability to protect the blindside regularly, so those movement skill drills were vital.