The 2026 NFL Draft is in the books, and the Cleveland Browns have infused the roster with another dose of youthful energy into the building.
From record-breaking combine numbers to deep NFL bloodlines, this class has a little bit of everything. Whether it’s a homegrown tight end returning to Ohio or a dynamic receiver with a passion for cooking, every new addition brings a unique story to Berea.
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Here is one thing to know about each rookie drafted by your Cleveland Browns.
The NFL bloodlines run deep here. Fano has four uncles and a cousin who have previously played in the league. He has also been reunited with his brother, Logan, who joined the Browns as a priority UDFA immediately following the draft.
An avid cook since childhood, Concepcion famously hosted team meals throughout college and has adopted the nickname “Kevvy Crocker.” He considers time in the kitchen his primary outlet outside of football.
Boston provides the Browns with one of the most reliable sets of hands in the class. He finished his collegiate career with a remarkably low 3.6% drop rate on 204 total targets.
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McNeil-Warren is a rare breed for the Rockets, becoming just the second Toledo player in 18 years to be named an AP All-American, joining Quinyon Mitchell, a recent first-round pick to the Eagles.
Barber is as efficient in the classroom as he is on the field. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Education Sciences in just three years, allowing him to play his final season of eligibility as a graduate student.
He was officially the lightest offensive lineman at the 2026 NFL Combine, weighing in at *just* 289 pounds.
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Jefferson enters the league with a “special teams first” mentality. He has been vocal about his desire to play the third phase, stating, “I never shy away from beating up on nobody.”
The Ohio native returned home during his college career to be closer to family following the death of his mother. After starting at Ohio State, the Cincinnati native finished his career as a Bearcat.
Green was the undisputed star of the 2026 Combine. He set quarterback records in the broad jump (11’2″) and vertical jump (43.5″) while posting a 4.36 40-yard dash, the second-fastest ever for the position. He did all of this while measuring in at 6’5” 7/8ths and 227lbs.
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Ryan brings immediate chemistry to the roster. He spent the 2024 season playing alongside both Spencer and Logan Fano during their shared time at Utah.
This article originally appeared on Browns Wire: Browns NFL Draft: One thing to know about every player selected
