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Browns Lean Toward Travis Hunter as No. 2 Pick, Keeping All Draft-Day Options Open

Cleveland GM Andrew Berry emphasizes Hunter's two-way potential while maintaining flexibility to trade or select other top prospects.

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Mississippi Rebels quarterback Jaxson Dart (2) throws the ball against the Florida Gators during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
Shedeur Sanders #2 of the Colorado Buffaloes looks to pass against the Oklahoma State Cowboys in the third quarter at Folsom Field on November 29, 2024.
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Overview

  • Browns GM Andrew Berry has compared Travis Hunter to Shohei Ohtani, committing to utilizing his unique two-way abilities without restrictions.
  • Berry confirmed that Cleveland views Hunter primarily as a wide receiver but would also deploy him as a cornerback, depending on team needs and Hunter's elite conditioning.
  • The Browns have not finalized their decision for the No. 2 overall pick, with Berry stating they will use the full pre-draft timeframe to evaluate options.
  • Cleveland remains open to trading up, trading down, or selecting a quarterback later in the draft, prioritizing value over positional urgency.
  • Draft analysts and betting markets currently list Hunter as the favorite for the Browns' pick, citing his Heisman-winning versatility and impact potential.