"With four Week 1 offensive line starters and six linemen overall becoming unrestricted free agents, Berry moved quickly to overhaul a unit that he predicted would have a 'fair amount of turnover' this offseason. As the new league year began Wednesday, the Browns officially announced their trade with the Houston Texans for offensive tackle Tytus Howard, as well as the finalization of a three-year extension."
"In total, Cleveland made external acquisitions for three offensive linemen who have a combined 252 career starts and brought back Jenkins, who has 42 starts. It was part of a concerted effort to improve an offensive line that ranked 20th in ESPN's pass block win rate metric, 24th in run block win rate and allowed pressure on a league-high 39.1% of dropbacks in the 2025 season."
"In Johnson, 26, the Browns have a possible replacement for Joel Bitonio, whose contract voided as he continues to mull retirement. Berry and first-year head coach Todd Monken have publicly welcomed Bitonio back if he desires to play a 13th NFL season. But if Bitonio decides to retire or sign elsewhere, Johnson can slot in at left guard, where he has played the past three seasons."
The Cleveland Browns addressed significant offensive line needs through multiple moves during the 2025 offseason. General Manager Andrew Berry acquired offensive tackle Tytus Howard from the Houston Texans in a trade, signed guard Zion Johnson and center/guard Elgton Jenkins, and re-signed right guard Teven Jenkins. These four players combined for 294 career starts. The moves targeted an offensive line that ranked 20th in pass block win rate, 24th in run block win rate, and allowed pressure on 39.1% of dropbacks during the 2025 season. Johnson may replace Joel Bitonio at left guard if Bitonio retires, while the acquisitions represent a comprehensive overhaul of a unit that experienced significant free agent departures.
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