PFF ranks Browns' defensive line 12th entering 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 5:55 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
The Cleveland Browns' defensive line has been ranked 12th in the NFL by PFF ahead of the 2026 season. This ranking reflects the impact of losing standout Myles Garrett, with his absence contributing to an expected drop-off in performance. The Browns acquired Jared Verse in the trade involving Garrett, and they are also counting on Mason Graham to step up in his second year after a promising rookie season. The Browns' defensive unit will aim to improve on this ranking in the upcoming season.
- •Browns ranked 12th among NFL defensive lines by PFF.
- •Loss of Myles Garrett influenced the team's ranking.
- •Jared Verse brought in from the Garrett trade.
- •Mason Graham expected to show improvement in second season.
- •Browns aim to improve their ranking with strong 2026 performance.
- 5:55 PMYahoo Sports — PFF ranks Browns' defensive line among the best in the NFL
"PFF ranked the defensive lines for all 32 teams and the Browns earned neearly top billing.
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