CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Is it fair to call this Browns offseason the offseason of common sense? That's what it feels like upon the announcement that linebacker Christian Kirksey inked a four-year contract extension featuring $20 million guaranteed.
Kirksey was one of the few bright spots from a season ago. Forget the statistics. His development as a reliable inside linebacker became clear as the season went along. He also developed as one of the young leaders on the team. His progress prompted Executive Vice President of Player Personnel Sashi Brown to claim getting an extension done with Kirksey a priority following the draft.