Of Cleveland's seven-man rookie class, five have pretty clear starting points on the team’s fluid depth chart.

The Cleveland Browns went into the 2025 NFL Draft needing a number of positions improved, most notably quarterback. To many's surprise, they were able to effectively improve their roster.

The Browns received multiple evaluations throughout the 2025 NFL Draft, reflecting a strategy combining high-upside selections with key positional needs. One of the most notable picks was quarterback Shedeur Sanders in the fifth round — a value pick that stood out as one of the best across Day 3, according to PFF.