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Browns Reject Dallas's Draft Day Bids: A Bold Move
4 May
Summary
- Browns GM Andrew Berry rejected multiple trade offers from the Cowboys.
- Dallas attempted to trade up to the ninth pick in the 2026 NFL draft.
- Cleveland acquired additional draft picks through trades with Kansas City and Seattle.
The Cleveland Browns navigated the 2026 NFL Draft by strategically trading down from a high pick, acquiring additional assets. General Manager Andrew Berry initially moved down from near the top of the draft with the Kansas City Chiefs, securing an extra third and fifth-round selection. This allowed the Browns to still select offensive tackle Spencer Fano with the ninth overall pick.
Behind-the-scenes footage revealed that the Dallas Cowboys aggressively pursued the ninth pick. Their initial offer to swap picks 12 and 20 for Cleveland's 9th and 24th selections was quickly rebuffed. A subsequent offer, including a fifth-round pick, was also dismissed by Berry. Another NFC team also inquired about trading up.
Ultimately, the Cowboys found a partner in the Miami Dolphins, moving up one spot by relinquishing two fifth-round picks. The Browns, meanwhile, leveraged their newly acquired picks effectively. The third-round selection aided in their move up for safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, and the fifth-round pick was traded to the Seattle Seahawks for a 2027 fourth-round selection.
