Browns NFL Draft: 3 potential trade-down partners for pick No. 6
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With still five weeks remaining until the Cleveland Brownscome on the clock in the 2026 NFL Draft, questions are beginning to arise about the talent at the top of the draft board this year.
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There are a couple of can't-miss prospects, several of them come from Columbus, Ohio, but they may not be what Cleveland is looking for. The Browns mustn't get "too cute" with their approach in this draft. They cannot afford to trade out of getting talented players that will help them win now and into the future.
From my point of view, with where Cleveland is at, they cannot pass up their guy. Whoever they believe is their guy, whether it is Monroe Freeling, Carnell Tate, or maybe even Caleb Downs, and they are available at pick No. 6, then they have to submit the ticket and high-five all of your scouts in the draft room.
There is a train of thought that the Browns should look to trade back to maximize the value of the sixth overall pick. I can hear that argument, and while I don't agree with it, who could be a dance partner in that pursuit?
Partner 1: Dallas Cowboys
Depending on who is available at six, there are a couple of teams that Andrew Berry should have on his speed dial. The first is the Dallas Cowboys.
The Cowboys are very interested in getting Ohio State safety Caleb Downs in this draft and, more importantly, keeping him away from their division rival, the Washington Commanders. Coincidentally, the Commanders own the pick right after the Browns, so that would be an appetizing move. Would it be enough to wedge away both of the Cowboys first round picks? Time will tell.
Partner 2: New Orleans Saints
Another trade partner could be the New Orleans Saints, who sit at pick No. 8, two slots behind the Browns. If the Saints and the Commanders have their eyes on the same player, then maybe Cleveland could strike a deal. This move seems unlikely, and the price won't be as high to jump up two picks.
Partner 3: New York Jets
A third trade partner could be the New York Jets, who sit at pick No. 16. The Jets are in full rebuild mode, but they have two first-rounders in this draft and two first-rounders next year. If they absolutely loved a prospect enough to go up and get him, then yes, you swap your first rounders and take one of their other first rounders for next year. This would be a long shot, too, because of the strength in the 2027 quarterback class.
The starting price for the sixth overall pick is an additional first-round pick. I still wouldn't want to pass on my guy if he is there, but it never hurts to add another first-round pick.
Cleveland could add more draft capital if they can find the right partner.
This article originally appeared on Browns Wire: Browns NFL Draft: 3 potential trade-down partners for pick No. 6