Cleveland Browns trade back twice in 7-round 2020 mock draft

LAS VEGAS, NV - DECEMBER 16: Ezra Cleveland #76 of the Boise State Broncos runs on the field before the start of the Las Vegas Bowl against the Oregon Ducks at Sam Boyd Stadium on December 16, 2017 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Boise State won 38-28. (Photo by David Becker/Getty Images)
LAS VEGAS, NV - DECEMBER 16: Ezra Cleveland #76 of the Boise State Broncos runs on the field before the start of the Las Vegas Bowl against the Oregon Ducks at Sam Boyd Stadium on December 16, 2017 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Boise State won 38-28. (Photo by David Becker/Getty Images) /
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Cleveland Browns mock draft (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)
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Adding Andrew Billings as veteran depth behind Larry Ogunjobi and Sheldon Richardson was a sneaky great move by Cleveland in free agency. How thin that group has been over the past couple of seasons has been a legitimate problem as the big bodies in the trenches have just worn down. But stopping at Billings would be doing that group a disservice, especially with a player like Justin Madubuike on the board in this mock draft simulation.

Projected by many as a second-round lock, Madubuike is an explosive and versatile force on the defensive line. While he may not be a run-stuffer by any means, he can supplement the Browns’ pass rush in a big way with his ability to explode, win with speed converted to power and penetrate through the interior of the offensive line. He could see significant snaps early in his career and develop into a long-term piece to pair with Ogunjobi as Richardson ages out.

Entering the 2019 season, many people had Tyler Biadasz as a potential first-round pick as an interior offensive lineman. That’s how impressive his 2018 tape was. He showcased the ability to physically overpower and dominate his matchups on the inside while also having the ability to use his quick feet and mobility to be a force when moving out in space. Biadasz simply looked like a can’t-miss stud that could play either center or guard.

Unfortunately, his final year at Wisconsin left a lot to be desired. He took a big step back this past season and, thus, his stock has dropped. However, after having hip surgery this offseason, you have to wonder how much the injury affected his play. Regardless, he’s well worth the No. 97 pick for the Browns. Wyatt Teller showed some good things but bringing in Biadasz to compete for the other starting guard spot would definitely benefit Cleveland’s offensive line.