With most of the prominent Cleveland Browns sitting out the preseason opener in Jacksonville, it makes sense that some unheralded players stepped up. A quick look at the game grades from Pro Football Focus reveals quite a few names at the top who might not be instantly recognizable for many Browns fans.
The five highest-graded players on offense are a great example. In order, with a minimum of 10 snaps required, here are the top five offensive performers from the Browns win over the Jaguars on Saturday:
- QB Kyle Lauletta
- WR Davion Davis
- OT Greg Senat
- OG Michael Dunn
- WR Ryan Switzer
All are longshots to make the final 53-man roster. In fact, Switzer is already out (on I.R.) after cutdowns made on Monday.
It’s a different story on defense. The 2021 Browns draft class shined, as did a couple of corners battling for roster spots. Here are the top five from that side of the ball:
- S Richard LeCounte
- CB A.J. Green
- LB Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah
- LB Sione Takitaki
- CB Brian Allen
The next chance for the Browns players on the roster bubble to prove themselves comes Sunday at home against the New York Giants.
