Browns has a surprising trade deadline plan: NFL insider reveals the team plans to be buyers at the deadline and trade for young players
The Cleveland Browns are off to a 2-6 start, but the team has a surprising trade deadline plan.
Cleveland has been linked to trading the likes of David Njoku, Jerome Ford, Denzel Ward, and even possibly Myles Garrett, although that seems unlikely.
Although the focus for the Browns was expected to be trading away assets, that is not the plan for general manager Andrew Berry. Instead, NFL insider Adam Schefter reveals the team plans to be buyers at the deadline and trade for young players.
“While Cleveland already has completed three trades in the past month — acquiring offensive tackle Cam Robinson, sending quarterback Joe Flacco to Cincinnati, and swapping cornerbacks with Jacksonville — most sources believe that the Browns will be buyers more than sellers before the deadline,” Schefter wrote.
“The Browns do not sound inclined to trade tight end David Njoku, but they have been calling around the league, still looking to add quality young players to their roster.”
Cleveland being a buyer would be a massive surprise, as the Browns are off to a slow start. If the team can add some young players to the roster, perhaps Berry will make a move.
But, regardless, it sounds like Njoku will remain on the Browns roster past the Nov. 4 NFL trade deadline.
Browns Wouldn’t Get Much for Njoku
Part of the reason why Cleveland is unlikely to move Njoku is due to the potential return.
Njoku has lost his starting role to Harold Fannin Jr., but the trade return likely wouldn’t be high. Browns NFL insider Zac Jackson revealed that Cleveland would only get a fifth or sixth-round pick for Njoku.
“It’s hard to imagine Njoku bringing back more than a fifth- or sixth-rounder, though any potential deal might follow the model of last year’s Smith trade and the early October Browns-Bengals Joe Flacco deal in which the teams swapped draft picks on each side,” Jackson wrote. “On Monday, the Browns claimed tight end Brenden Bates off waivers and signed tight end Caden Prieskorn to the practice squad.
“Those moves don’t necessarily mean the Browns are preparing for a post-Njoku existence, but they do raise an eyebrow. In an Njoku trade, the acquiring team would only take on the prorated amount of his $1.26 million base salary for 2025. Njoku, 29, is eligible for free agency after the season but is due to count about $24 million on next year’s salary cap from the Browns using an up-front cash payment to stretch out his deal in 2023.”
So, due to the lack of return, perhaps that is why the Browns will be buyers ahead of the deadline.
Kevin Stefanski Explains How Offense Can Get Better
The Browns’ offense has struggled, as rookie quarterback Dillon Gabriel hasn’t been effective in his starts.
During the bye week, Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski explained how the offense can be better going forward.
“To have success as an offense, you have to be efficient in what you’re doing, and you have to be explosive in what you’re doing. And in order to do that, we have to put guys in certain spots, put them in whatever position it may be at – wide receiver, tight end, running back, if you will, and find ways to maximize their skill set,” Stefanski said.
“So, when you’re not having the success that we need to be having and we’re working towards, obviously we’re not doing enough. You’re constantly looking at different players, different ways that routes that they can run, run concepts that they can run. So, you have to continue to search for those things so that you can be efficient and then ultimately explosive.”
The Browns will go on the road to play the New York Jets in Week 10.
Steve Bisciotti Supports Kid Rock's All-American Halftime Show with Turning Point USA, Declares Strong Message for America
Steve Bisciotti, owner of the Baltimore Ravens, has publicly supported Kid Rock’s All-American Halftime Show in partnership with Turning Point USA, praising the event for its patriotic tone and clear message of American values. With tickets sold out within hours and a crowd of passionate fans chanting slogans like "Hold the Line, Skip the Bunny," Bisciotti highlighted how the event resonates with the current cultural climate and the importance of freedom and individuality in America.
“I’m fully behind Kid Rock’s All-American Halftime Show,” Bisciotti said in a statement. “It’s a celebration of what makes America great — our love for music, our appreciation for freedom, and our unwavering support for values that unite us as a country. This event, along with Turning Point USA’s involvement, is exactly the kind of positive, patriotic message that America needs right now.”
The All-American Halftime Show, which is set to be a major spectacle, has sparked significant excitement among fans, especially those who feel that traditional American values are being overlooked in mainstream entertainment. The event's growing popularity has led to a wave of support, as crowds flocked to buy tickets, eager to be part of the celebration of freedom and independence.
Bisciotti, who is known for his strong opinions on various cultural issues, emphasized that the show represents more than just a performance. “It’s a message. A loud and clear message to the NFL and to everyone watching that America is choosing guitar over political correctness, passion over censorship, and freedom over division,” he said.
The chant, "Hold the Line, Skip the Bunny," was widely understood to be a direct response to the cultural and political debates currently unfolding in the country, especially in relation to the entertainment industry. The phrase symbolizes a rallying cry for those who want to preserve traditional American values in the face of changing trends in media and entertainment.
“Events like this remind us of the power of music, unity, and standing up for what you believe in,” Bisciotti continued. “It’s not about divisiveness; it’s about bringing people together under a shared love for our country.”
As the countdown to the All-American Halftime Show continues, Kid Rock and Turning Point USA are gearing up to deliver a performance that promises to stir up conversation, inspire patriotism, and send a powerful message to the NFL and beyond. Bisciotti’s endorsement reflects the growing movement of Americans who are eager to reclaim their cultural space and stand strong for the principles they believe in.
