Cleveland Browns full 2020 NFL mock draft

The loss of Schobert makes it important for the Browns to draft a linebacker who can play the inside and cover in space. Baun excels in both of those areas. He’s also seen as an excellent edge-rushing prospect who will be invaluable when designing blitz packages in Cleveland.

Some may argue he’s better suited to play the outside – and maybe he ultimately is. He’ll excel there, too, but he’s probably a little small to fill that role at 238 pounds.

NFL analyst Lance Zierlein wrote Baun is an “ascending prospect whose explosive production on the field has begun to mirror his explosive athletic traits.” Looking at the tape, the Wisconsin product certainly fits those words.

Baun is an excellent athlete who has the ability to play anywhere he’s asked to line up, and the Browns will be excited to add that versatility to what is currently a relatively thin linebacking corps.