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Browns Trade Down to No. 9 to Draft Utah Tackle Spencer Fano

The choice signals a push to rebuild the offensive line around a true blindside anchor.

Overview

  • Cleveland moved from No. 6 to No. 9 with the Chiefs on Thursday night and used the pick on Utah tackle Spencer Fano.
  • The swap added third- and fifth-round picks to the Browns’ haul, and one report said they would have taken Fano at No. 6.
  • Coach Todd Monken said Fano will line up at left tackle as a rookie.
  • Fano was the first offensive lineman selected and arrives as a unanimous All-American who ran a 4.91-second 40 at the combine.
  • With Tytus Howard set at right tackle, the move helps reset a battered line as scouts project Fano to start right away with the flexibility to play inside if needed.