The Cleveland Browns have selected Sheldrick Redwine, safety out of Miami with the 119th selection overall in the fourth round. This is largely viewed as a bit of a reach, but Redwine does have unique versatility with the ability to provide depth at both safety and cornerback. He can step in and not be a liability, but it is also unlikely he becomes a meaningful starter.
Although he lacks a ton of accolades on his resume, Redwine is a three-year starter, who played at a consistent level and was at his best this past season. He recorded career-highs last season with 64 tackles and three interceptions, which may be a sign that he is just scratching the surface of his potential.
What makes Redwine an intriguing prospect is his versatility, as he has played everywhere in the defensive backfield at a solid level.
Redwine was likely not taken sooner, because, despite his experience at multiple positions, he wasn’t great at any of them. This is not a huge issue as Cleveland is looking more for versatile depth in the fourth round and he has that in spades. He also lacks the ideal instincts you want in a starting safety, which does not make him a liability, but prevents him from being a play-maker.
