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Browns players who could return first-round picks in trades analyzed

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 11:14 PM

Last updated Jul 16, 2026

Browns players who could return first-round picks in trades analyzed

Summary

Cleveland Browns general manager Andrew Berry's roster faces speculation regarding potential trades. ESPN's Bill Barnwell highlights players likely to yield first-round draft picks, including defensive end Jared Verse, rookie offensive tackle Spencer Fano, and linebacker Carson Schwesinger. Barnwell also notes that tight end Harold Fannin Jr. and cornerback Denzel Ward are less likely to return a premier draft pick. This analysis comes amid a period of roster evaluation as Berry takes a leave of absence, inviting fan engagement on trade possibilities.

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•Bill Barnwell lists Jared Verse as a prime trade candidate.
•Spencer Fano and Carson Schwesinger could return a first-round pick.
•Harold Fannin Jr. and Denzel Ward are viewed as less valuable trade assets.
•Berry is currently on leave, prompting speculation on roster moves.

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Put on your GM cap and see if you agree with ESPN’s Bill Barnwell or if you think there is more value on the roster.
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Yahoo SportsJul 16, 2026, 11:14 PM
Browns: Who on the roster would bring back a 1st-round pick in a trade?
Put on your GM cap and see if you agree with ESPN’s Bill Barnwell or if you think there is more value on the roster.

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