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3 Browns who earned a roster spot in Hall of Fame Game, and 1 on verge of being cut

By Sravan Gannavarapu

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 20: Cedric Tillman #89 of the Cleveland Browns poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on May 20, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 20: Cedric Tillman #89 of the Cleveland Browns poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on May 20, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images) /
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No. 2 Browns player that earned a roster spot: WR Cedric Tillman

Granted, Cedric Tillman was the highest draft pick by Cleveland back in April, but that doesn’t automatically guarantee anything. Thankfully, the former Tennessee Volunteer showed signs during his limited action that gave the Browns comfort in what they saw.

Two catches for 35 yards don’t say much, but it’s the preseason, and averaging 17.5 yards per catch will work in the NFL. Granted, he’s not going to average that in his career unless something drastic happens, but given what he did in college, it’s not out of the question that Cleveland could look to Tillman in the future as a big-play threat.

It’s only preseason again. The Browns have more work to do. The good news is they know that Tillman can play, and if they incorporate him more into their offense, his size and speed is enough to give defensive coordinators fits. Talent can be put to good use if appropriately utilized.

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No. 3 Browns player that earned a roster spot: QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson

Talk about the star of the show. Not only did DTR throw a fundamental block that allowed Demetric Felton to run into the endzone, but his pass to Austin Watkins was right on point and showed a flash that maybe DTR should be the backup to Deshaun Watson. The UCLA rookie did enough to make a case.

Drafted in the 5th round, DTR’s poise in the pocket while showing a willingness to commit to the team through various methods should be enough to convince Kevin Stefanski that he needs more reps. Kellen Mond also threw a touchdown pass, but the interception was an eyebrow-raiser.

Still, one game doesn’t tell the full story for those who do good. For those who underperform, it’s a question mark. DTR doesn’t need to worry about that. He’s good to go. Whether or not he is QB2 or QB3 depends on how he plays the rest of the preseason.

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