Summary
The Cleveland Browns made a trade with the Houston Texans to strengthen their offensive line by acquiring Tytus Howard, a starting right tackle. This move, involving a fifth-round draft pick, also includes a new contract for Howard and is expected to improve protection for the Browns' quarterback, Shedeur Sanders.
Key Facts
- The Browns traded with the Texans to get Tytus Howard, a right tackle.
- Cleveland gave up a fifth-round draft pick in this trade.
- Tytus Howard signed a new three-year contract worth $63 million.
- Howard has started 93 games over seven years and has a strong track record.
- Last season, Howard played in 628 right tackle snaps and did not allow any sacks.
- Cleveland's current offensive line has several players becoming free agents.
- The Browns' quarterback, Shedeur Sanders, was sacked 23 times in eight games last season.
- The team hopes Howard will improve their offensive line's consistency and performance.
