The Cleveland Browns heard the news they did not want to hear on Monday night when it was announced free agent defensive tackle Gerald McCoy would be signing with the Carolina Panthers.
The Browns were optimistic they would land McCoy to create one of the most talented defensive fronts in the league. But after allowing McCoy to take visits after meeting with the Browns front office, McCoy saw a better opportunity in Carolina.
The defensive line has been a focus for the Browns front office this offseason, trading for defensive end Olivier Vernon and signing defensive tackle Sheldon Richardson.