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Defense, defense and more defense: Browns look to free agency, draft to upgrade at DE, linebacker

BEREA, Ohio – In 2020, the Cleveland Browns delivered their best season since rejoining the NFL more than two decades ago, finishing the regular season 11-5 before winning their first playoff game in 26 years.

With a talented young core headlined by All-Pro defensive end Myles Garrett, relentless running back Nick Chubb and budding quarterback Baker Mayfield, the Browns have the goods to become a perennial Super Bowl contender for seasons to come.

To get there, though, work remains ahead.

Last offseason, the Browns solidified their offense around Mayfield by committing a franchise-record of more than $60 million in guaranteed money to right tackle Jack Conklin, tight end Austin Hooper and backup quarterback Case Keenum.