4 Bold predictions for the Cleveland Browns 2026 draft class

The Cleveland Browns finished the 2026 NFL draft selecting 10 players, with a clear focus on fixing the offense, as eight of those selections came on that side of the ball. Last season, the Browns ' rookies had a big impact, even though the team didn't win many games. On paper, this class looks as good as last year's, so here are four bold predictions about this year's class.

KC Concepcion will lead the team in targets, receptions, and receiving yards The Browns first round pick out of Texas A&M likely slides into the Zay Flowers role in Todd Monken's offense. In his three seasons as the Baltimore Ravens ' offensive coordinator, Flowers had 104, 112, and 117 targets. It's very realistic that KC Concepcion will get that number of targets as a quick answer for his quarterback, who can also create after the catch.

Emmanuel McNeil-Warren will win Defensive Rookie of the Year The Browns got aggressive and traded up in the draft to get the versatile Toledo safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren in the second round. He's a defensive weapon with a knack for forcing fumbles and creating turnovers, and with this supporting cast, he has a chance to be set loose to wreak havoc on opposing offenses. If he can create turnovers and negative plays, the Browns could have the DROY for the second year in a row.

Taylen Green will take snaps in all 17 games Taylen Green is not ready to be the starting quarterback, but with his traits and tools, the Browns would be crazy not to have some package for him. He's better than anyone else on the roster to run some wildcat/run pass option plays, especially in the red zone. His ability to run and throw can make trick plays, and deception would add some good wrinkles to Todd Monken's offense.