Cleveland Browns receive mixed grades on free agent signings Jenkins and Johnson
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 10:55 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Cleveland Browns made significant additions to their offensive line by signing Elgton Jenkins and Zion Johnson during the offseason. Analyst Brad Gagnon provided contrasting re-grades for both players. Jenkins received an A grade as a top pass-blocking guard, while Johnson was graded a D- due to durability concerns despite a high contract. As the preseason progresses, these evaluations will be closely scrutinized as the Browns aim to strengthen their line.
- •Browns signed Elgton Jenkins and Zion Johnson to boost offensive line
- •Jenkins received an A grade; Johnson received a D- grade
- •Jenkins is viewed as a top pass-blocking guard despite injury concerns
- •Johnson's contract raises questions about his performance value
- •Preseason performances may warrant further evaluation of both players
- 10:55 AMYahoo Sports — Browns get mixed reviews of key free agent signings from offseason
"One NFL analyst went back and re-graded two major additions for Cleveland.
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