One perfect free agency signing for each NFL team

Cleveland Browns – Grady Jarrett

There are strong indications that the Falcons want to lock up Jarrett with a long-term extension, but until that happens, he remains one of the most interesting defensive tackle targets in free agency. He’s just the sort of dual-threat inside defender the Browns need to add in the offseason.

Cleveland has some quality pieces on defense, but this group ranked 28th against the run in 2018. A big part of their struggles came via their inability to stop inside zone plays. Trevon Coley really struggles to hold up against physical guards at the point of attack.

That’s not something that Jarrett struggles with. He’s one of the rare defensive tackles in the NFL who shows the ability to stand up against the run and help rush the passer. Adding an inside defender who can stay on the field during all three downs would be a really impactful move for the Browns.

There aren’t a ton of quality defensive tackles that even have a chance to hit the open market this offseason. If Jarrett makes the list, he’s going to attract a lot of interest. The Browns will need to make a big offer to bring him to Northeast Ohio, but he’s a perfect fit for a team that’s ready to move into the playoffs.