In a recent guest spot on SiriusXM NFL Radio, Browns GM John Dorsey went into greater detail on why he wanted to move up and snag CB Greedy Williams in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft. The Browns traded up from No. 49 to 46 to acquire the LSU cornerback with the team’s top pick in this draft class.
“There were four guys that we had penciled in really high at the top of that second round,” Dorsey told host Pat Kirwan. “I thought if we could move up a couple of spots just to be safe and not give up too much compensation, I was OK with that.”
What about Williams made him so special in Dorsey’s eyes?
“He’s smooth. He’s easy. He’s fluid. What I like about him is his feet. He’s got great feet. He makes plays with his feet. And he’s got really unique body control in his movement skills.”
Dorsey also talked up Williams’ experience against the top talents in the country in college.
“He’s played against the top receivers in the SEC. He’s competed and he’s shut them down.”
One interesting tidbit: Kirwan led into the discussion by stating how highly he regarded Williams was as a press-man cover corner. Dorsey strongly agreed with that assessment. For fans wondering about the fit in new coordinator Steve Wilks’ defense, it sure seems like the Browns know what they’re getting in Williams.
