Browns 2025 draft picks - profiles by Dane Brugler....with UDFA's
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Dylan Sampson - RB - Tennessee
Strengths
Loves to play fast and displays electricity with ball in his hands
Can turn the corner and race down sideline
Natural feel for following pullers on counter runs
Will press zone runs before using light feet to shake laterally (wears No. 6 because he models his game after Alvin Kamara)
Accelerates into second-level contact with balance to spin out of defender’s grasp
Makes sharp speed cuts and weaves to avoid getting squared up
Fights for every yard — consistently gets more than expected
High-energy personality (Tennessee coach Josh Heupel: “He’s grown into somebody who has a great voice. He’s truly a strong leader for us.”)
Nose for the paint — scored 36 touchdowns in 35 games (school record with at least one TD in 11 straight games)
Carried Vols’ offense in 2024, breaking single-season rushing touchdown record that had stood for 95 years
Weaknesses
Has some muscularity but frame is lighter than desired for the position
Not a powerful runner, inside or downhill
Adequate run patience as he searches for daylight but could use better anticipation to hit hole as it comes open
Adequate hands as receiver but will fight the ball at times (two drops on 25 targets in 2024)
More than willing in pass pro but technique and eyes need to improve
Extra fight as runner gives defenders extra chances to swipe ball (four fumbles in 2024)
Didn’t play on special teams in college and doesn’t have return experience
Missed almost all his final game against Ohio State with strained left hamstring (Dec. 2024)
A one-year starter at Tennessee, Sampson was a prolific runner in head coach Josh Heupel’s up-tempo, multiple-run scheme (exclusively one-back sets in the gun). After serving as a backup behind Jaylen Wright and Jabari Small for two seasons, he emerged as SEC Offensive Player of the Year in 2024 (averaged 131.4 rushing yards per game in SEC play), setting school-records for rushing yards (1,491) and rushing touchdowns (22) in a season.
Although it looks chaotic at times when he plays in overdrive, Sampson runs with urgent speed getting through the first wave, and his sharp lateral cuts open up the field. He isn’t powerful, but he runs with outstanding competitiveness and averaged a touchdown every 12.1 carries in college. Overall, Sampson is undersized by NFL standards and his inconsistent tempo gets him in trouble, but he is equal parts fast, physical and slippery as a runner and shows promise as a pass catcher. He can have a Tony Pollard-like impact for an NFL backfield.
Grade: 2nd–3rd Round
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Shedeur Sanders - QB - Colorado
Strengths
Throws with strong, balanced base and clean stroke
Polished mechanics help translate to consistent accuracy (led FBS with 74 percent completion rate in 2024)
Leads receivers well on crossers/digs/outs (good feel for touch on those routes)
Some of best throws on tape came as scrambler on the move
Throws really well in rhythm in RPO/quick game
Smart and savvy in decision-making process
Takes care of football and limits turnover-worthy attempts
Makes quick, subtle movements in pocket to navigate and work around the noise
Stands in face of pressure; no one is questioning his toughness (frequently had rushers in his lap behind poor offensive line in college)
Willing runner to scamper for sticks when defense gives it to him
36-14 record as starter in college (23-3 at Jackson State, 13-11 at Colorado)
Ice water flows through veins in late-game situations
Doesn’t lack for confidence and teammates praise his leadership
Weaknesses
Not quick-twitch passer and ball doesn’t explode off his hand
Average arm strength — throws have more arc than zip
Mediocre size; didn’t get his father’s speed or explosiveness
Needlessly backpedals, drifts and takes extra hitches in pocket (possible scar tissue from playing behind bad line)
Holds ball excessively long and put too many “you can’t take that sack!” plays on tape
Ability to buy time in pocket will become much more difficult versus NFL speed
Gets ultra-conservative and timing of play design gets away from him at times
Wish he put more anticipatory throws on tape
Feasted on quick throws, which inflated completion percentage (28.3 percent of completions in 2024 were screens)
A two-year starter at Colorado, Sanders produced at a high level in offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur’s RPO-based scheme. After finishing 1-11 in 2022, the Buffs had a winning record (13-11) over the past two seasons in games started by Sanders, who set school single-season records for passing yards (4,134), passing touchdowns (37) and total touchdowns (41).
Although not close to the athlete his father was, Sanders is a controlled, polished passer who gets the ball out accurately in structure and when throwing on the move. He is a cool customer, and his high completion percentage reflects his steady heartbeat. However, he benefited from a high volume of screens and checkdowns (just 23.7 percent of his completions the past two seasons were on throws over 10 yards). The chief concern on his college tape is his inconsistent pocket feel, which was highlighted by poor protection — he will climb and maneuver on some plays, then drift or retreat on others, vastly lowering his success rate. Overall, Sanders doesn’t have the physical traits to get away with some of his decisions, but he is a poised, rhythmic passer when he stays true to his skill set, and he shows the necessary touch and confidence of an NFL starter. He fits best in a timing-based offense.
Grade: 1st–2nd Round
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If he can't throw the deep out in the NFL he'll be toast...
that is what I wondered with reading about him not having a big arm, but:
Dillon Gabriel has become one of college football's best at the deep throws ... Deep balls to Evan Stewart for 49, 69, and 67 yards have added another level of attack to the Ducks' potent offense ... -
Of all the players we drafted this year I am most excited about adding TE Fannin, Jr. After he kept Bowling Green within reach of wins over both OSU and A&M, that should tell you how valuable he is going to be to our offense. Don't get me wrong, I love both the RBs who are both described as having vision. But to run Steph's two TE offense, he's a key and is one great player/athlete. Gonna be a fun year.
BTW-I wonder if he is related to Fannin, Jr. of Goliad. Figure that one out you historians. LOL!?
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Of all the players we drafted this year I am most excited about adding TE Fannin, Jr. After he kept Bowling Green within reach of wins over both OSU and A&M, that should tell you how valuable he is going to be to our offense. Don't get me wrong, I love both the RBs who are both described as having vision. But to run Steph's two TE offense, he's a key and is one great player/athlete. Gonna be a fun year.
BTW-I wonder if he is related to Fannin, Jr. of Goliad. Figure that one out you historians. LOL!?
Of all the players we drafted this year I am most excited about adding TE Fannin, Jr. After he kept Bowling Green within reach of wins over both OSU and A&M, that should tell you how valuable he is going to be to our offense. Don't get me wrong, I love both the RBs who are both described as having vision. But to run Steph's two TE offense, he's a key and is one great player/athlete. Gonna be a fun year.
BTW-I wonder if he is related to Fannin, Jr. of Goliad. Figure that one out you historians. LOL!?
He's my guy too.... He may just give Chief a run for his snaps too.... It's gonna be fun watching defenses try and contain them....
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In previous years the Browns have brought in some UDFA's that had write ups on them because Brugler had them rated as higher than FA prospects
So far all those on the list below were ranked as FA's so there is nothing to report....
Cleveland Browns
- Donovan McMillan, S, Pittsburgh
- Jason Ivey, OT, North Carolina A&T
- Lamareon James, CB, TCU
- Adin Huntington, DT, Tulane
- Dom Jones, CB, Colorado State
- Brent Matiscik, LS, TCU
- Dartanyan Tinsely, OL, Cincinnati
- Eli Wilson, TE, Appalachian State
- Ahmani Marshall, RB, Appalachian State
- Gage Larvadain, WR, South Carolina
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I'm really intrigued - with Harold Fannin as the TE pick ! Fannin is a bit shorter - 6'3", a bit lighter, but he is so much like Warren it's amazing.
Warren forty time 4.56
Fannin forty time 4.7
What is really cool is this:
"Fannin Jr. is having an incredible season from a production standpoint. He aligns in multiple positions for Bowling Green's offense—as the h-back, in the backfield, outside, in the slot, in bunch, and stacked sets. Fannin Jr. brings a strong pass-catching skill set to an NFL offense. He runs good routes against zone and off-man coverages. With good stems, body control, and play strength, he gets open routinely. He does a good job attacking angles and leverages against defenders, giving him cushion/playing from depth.
Fannin Jr. is a three-layer threat in the passing game, effectively impacting the game as a quick/short, intermediate, and downfield receiver.
He has displayed outstanding hands when targeted. He plucks the ball from the air with supreme confidence and plays well through contact at the catch point. Fannin Jr. has two drops on 171 targets throughout his career. He is a hassle to bring down once the football is in his possession. He is strong after the catch and can force missed tackles singled up in space with a defender.
As a blocker, Fannin Jr. is effective in both the run and passing games. He cuts off access points to the ball carrier well by using his body to wall off defenders. He possesses good and functional arm length to lock out at the point of attack. Fannin Jr. blocks well from h-back alignment on split flow concepts, in space as a lead blocker, and climbing to pick off defenders on the perimeter."
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I'm really intrigued - with Harold Fannin as the TE pick ! Fannin is a bit shorter - 6'3", a bit lighter, but he is so much like Warren it's amazing.
Warren forty time 4.56
Fannin forty time 4.7
What is really cool is this:
"Fannin Jr. is having an incredible season from a production standpoint. He aligns in multiple positions for Bowling Green's offense—as the h-back, in the backfield, outside, in the slot, in bunch, and stacked sets. Fannin Jr. brings a strong pass-catching skill set to an NFL offense. He runs good routes against zone and off-man coverages. With good stems, body control, and play strength, he gets open routinely. He does a good job attacking angles and leverages against defenders, giving him cushion/playing from depth.
Fannin Jr. is a three-layer threat in the passing game, effectively impacting the game as a quick/short, intermediate, and downfield receiver.
He has displayed outstanding hands when targeted. He plucks the ball from the air with supreme confidence and plays well through contact at the catch point. Fannin Jr. has two drops on 171 targets throughout his career. He is a hassle to bring down once the football is in his possession. He is strong after the catch and can force missed tackles singled up in space with a defender.
As a blocker, Fannin Jr. is effective in both the run and passing games. He cuts off access points to the ball carrier well by using his body to wall off defenders. He possesses good and functional arm length to lock out at the point of attack. Fannin Jr. blocks well from h-back alignment on split flow concepts, in space as a lead blocker, and climbing to pick off defenders on the perimeter."
I'm really intrigued - with Harold Fannin as the TE pick ! Fannin is a bit shorter - 6'3", a bit lighter, but he is so much like Warren it's amazing.
Warren forty time 4.56
Fannin forty time 4.7
What is really cool is this:
"Fannin Jr. is having an incredible season from a production standpoint. He aligns in multiple positions for Bowling Green's offense—as the h-back, in the backfield, outside, in the slot, in bunch, and stacked sets. Fannin Jr. brings a strong pass-catching skill set to an NFL offense. He runs good routes against zone and off-man coverages. With good stems, body control, and play strength, he gets open routinely. He does a good job attacking angles and leverages against defenders, giving him cushion/playing from depth.
Fannin Jr. is a three-layer threat in the passing game, effectively impacting the game as a quick/short, intermediate, and downfield receiver.
He has displayed outstanding hands when targeted. He plucks the ball from the air with supreme confidence and plays well through contact at the catch point. Fannin Jr. has two drops on 171 targets throughout his career. He is a hassle to bring down once the football is in his possession. He is strong after the catch and can force missed tackles singled up in space with a defender.
As a blocker, Fannin Jr. is effective in both the run and passing games. He cuts off access points to the ball carrier well by using his body to wall off defenders. He possesses good and functional arm length to lock out at the point of attack. Fannin Jr. blocks well from h-back alignment on split flow concepts, in space as a lead blocker, and climbing to pick off defenders on the perimeter."
All the things he did against OSU and A&M, so he can do them against high level defenses. He was the most impressive player against us that I saw all of last year.
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I'm really intrigued - with Harold Fannin as the TE pick ! Fannin is a bit shorter - 6'3", a bit lighter, but he is so much like Warren it's amazing.
Warren forty time 4.56
Fannin forty time 4.7
What is really cool is this:
"Fannin Jr. is having an incredible season from a production standpoint. He aligns in multiple positions for Bowling Green's offense—as the h-back, in the backfield, outside, in the slot, in bunch, and stacked sets. Fannin Jr. brings a strong pass-catching skill set to an NFL offense. He runs good routes against zone and off-man coverages. With good stems, body control, and play strength, he gets open routinely. He does a good job attacking angles and leverages against defenders, giving him cushion/playing from depth.
Fannin Jr. is a three-layer threat in the passing game, effectively impacting the game as a quick/short, intermediate, and downfield receiver.
He has displayed outstanding hands when targeted. He plucks the ball from the air with supreme confidence and plays well through contact at the catch point. Fannin Jr. has two drops on 171 targets throughout his career. He is a hassle to bring down once the football is in his possession. He is strong after the catch and can force missed tackles singled up in space with a defender.
As a blocker, Fannin Jr. is effective in both the run and passing games. He cuts off access points to the ball carrier well by using his body to wall off defenders. He possesses good and functional arm length to lock out at the point of attack. Fannin Jr. blocks well from h-back alignment on split flow concepts, in space as a lead blocker, and climbing to pick off defenders on the perimeter."
All the things he did against OSU and A&M, so he can do them against high level defenses. He was the most impressive player against us that I saw all of last year.
All the things he did against OSU and A&M, so he can do them against high level defenses. He was the most impressive player against us that I saw all of last year.
Penn State, not Ohio State.
But you are right on TexAg. He gave both high profile teams fits.
I feel pretty confident that the Browns five non-QB picks are all going to contribute for the foreseeable future.
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Great post dipshit.
You got a problem with are new T,E ? Go fuck yourself bitch.
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Great post dipshit.
You got a problem with are new T,E ? Go fuck yourself bitch.
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Right back at you asshole.
so tough guy I asked you a question, What is your problem with Fannin ?
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Right back at you asshole.
so tough guy I asked you a question, What is your problem with Fannin ?
so tough guy I asked you a question, What is your problem with Fannin ?
Fannin !!!
I was all intrigued with Tyler Warren, and Fannin is so similar to him !
A brilliant pick.
about 1:32 - Fannin even throws a nice throw for a completion. He LOVES THE GAME !!!
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so tough guy I asked you a question, What is your problem with Fannin ?
Fannin !!!
I was all intrigued with Tyler Warren, and Fannin is so similar to him !
A brilliant pick.
about 1:32 - Fannin even throws a nice throw for a completion. He LOVES THE GAME !!!
Fannin !!!
I was all intrigued with Tyler Warren, and Fannin is so similar to him !
A brilliant pick.
about 1:32 - Fannin even throws a nice throw for a completion. He LOVES THE GAME !!!
I'm just gonna come out and say it I think he's our best pick... This Schwesinger kid I find very intriguing ... Someone get that kid Clay Mathews Jr's number..
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Yes, Gabriel is one of the better college QB's at getting the ball out on time. That's what Stef wants. And he seems agile enough. Sanders is slow to get the ball out...but he likes playing within the system. That's nice. But until he can get the ball out on time he'll be taking a back seat to Gabriel...no matter what his Daddy says.
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