The 2026 NFL Draft is less than three weeks away.
The Browns hold nine picks total in the draft, including three in the top 40 and four in the top 100 picks.
So, let's take a look at recent mock drafts by draft experts and writers to see who they believe could be options for the Browns throughout the first three rounds of the draft.
Round 1 – No. 6 pick: WR Makai Lemon, USC
Analysis: Miller selected his top-ranked wide receiver in the draft class for the Browns, explaining that Lemon can create space for himself and vary his routes. Lemon caught 79 receptions for 1,156 receiving yards and 11 touchdowns in 2025. Over his three seasons at USC, Lemon recorded 137 receptions for 2,008 receiving yards and 14 touchdowns in 33 career games.
Round 1 – No. 24 pick: OT Kadyn Proctor, Alabama
Analysis: While Yates believes there is a chance Proctor could come off the board sooner than No. 24, in this exercise he is available for the Browns to address a need on the offensive line. Proctor played a significant role on Alabama's offensive line at left tackle in 2025, recording 901 snaps.
Round 2 – No. 39 pick: G Emmanuel Pregnon, Oregon
Analysis: Reid writes that the Browns can add depth at guard with Pregnon, even after re-signing G Teven Jenkins in free agency. He describes Pregnon as a "physical tone-setter." In his lone season at Oregon in 2025 Pregnon started all 15 games, with 14 starts at left guard and one start at right guard. He was on the team with 910 offensive snaps played, including 849 at left guard.
Round 3 – No. 70 pick: CB Keith Abney II, Arizona State
Analysis: Miller writes Abney could be an option to play in the slot or on the outside, highlighting his speed. In his three seasons at Arizona State, Abney recorded 98 tackles, one tackle for loss, one sack, six interceptions, 21 passes defensed, two forced fumbles and one fumble recovery.
Round 1 – No. 6 pick: OT Francis Mauigoa, Miami
Analysis: Feldman highlights the three-year starter for Miami as a potential solid fit for the Browns, detailing how Miami head coach Mario Cristobal said Mauigoa has the versatility, power and technique to play any of the five positions on the offensive line.
Round 1 – No. 24 pick: WR KC Concepcion, Texas A&M
Analysis: Feldman emphasizes Concepcion's playmaking ability, as he averaged 14 yards from scrimmage per play. In his lone season at Texas A&M, Concepcion totaled 61 receptions for 919 yards and nine touchdowns, while adding 10 carries for 75 yards and one touchdown. Feldman also highlights Concepcion's skill as a punt returner, as he averaged 18.2 yards and taking two back for touchdowns in 2025.
Round 1 – No. 6 pick: OT Monroe Freeling, Georgia
Analysis: Reuter writes that Freeling's length and athleticism are standout traits as a true left tackle. In his three seasons at Georgia, Freeling appeared in 35 career games. He started 13 of 14 games played during the 2025 season and anchored an offensive line that ranked sixth in the SEC in scoring offense (32.07) and fifth total offense (402.4).
Round 1 – No. 22 pick: WR Jordyn Tyson, Arizona State
Analysis: Reuter mocks a trade between the Browns and the Chargers, moving Cleveland up two spots from No. 24 to No. 22, and sending a fifth-round pick and six-round pick to select Tyson. In three seasons at Arizona State, Tyson appeared in 24 games and caught 136 receptions for 1,812 yards and 18 touchdowns.
Round 2 – No. 39 pick: Edge T.J. Parker, Clemson
Analysis: With Reuter's pick of Parker in the second round, the Browns can invest in the depth of their defensive line that is led by reigning Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett. In his three seasons at Clemson, Parker recorded 126 tackles, 41.5 tackles for loss, 21.5 sacks, four passes defensed, six forced fumbles and six fumble recoveries.
Round 3 – No. 70 pick: CB Brandon Cisse, South Carolina
Analysis: Cisse spent his first two years at North Carolina State before he transferred to South Carolina for the 2025 season. In his lone season in South Carolina, he recorded 27 tackles, 1.5 tackles for loss, one interception, five passes defensed and one forced fumble.
Round 1 – No. 6 pick: OT Monroe Freeling, Georgia
Analysis: Prisco highlights a need at left tackle for the Browns, and with multiple teams interested in Freeling, he could come off the board at No. 6. Freeling took 739 offensive snaps at left tackle during the 2025 season and totaled just one sack allowed and five total pressures allowed, according to PFF.
Round 1 – No. 24 pick: QB Ty Simpson, Alabama
Analysis: Prisco writes the Browns could use this pick to add to their quarterback room, which features Dillon Gabriel, Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson. Simpson finished the 2025 season completing 305 of 473 passing attempts for 3,567 passing yards and 28 touchdowns. He added 93 rushing yards and two touchdowns.
