#HeyTony: What defensive player trumps taking an offensive tackle at No. 10?

Editor's note: Tony Grossi is a Cleveland Browns analyst for TheLandOnDemand.com and 850 ESPN Cleveland.

Hey Tony: While left tackle seems to be the focus in the draft in the 1st round, our defense appears to have gotten worse. What defensive player at No. 10 trumps taking a tackle?

-- Paul, Toledo, OH

Hey Paul: In my opinion, only one – Chase Young. Now, most people would include Clemson hybrid linebacker/safety Isaiah Simmons as another. But I’m not in that group. Cornerback Jeff Okudah? I’m sure he’ll be a great pro, but I can’t fathom taking a cornerback high for a third year in a row. What’s so hard about taking the best offensive tackle available in a very good year for offensive tackles when your team’s biggest need is offensive tackle? I mean, what am I missing?

Hey Tony: If the offensive tackles are gone, will the Browns trade down and who are the likely trade partners?

-- Greg, Cleveland, OH

Hey Greg: I think the odds are good that the Browns will trade down – even if one of the top four offensive tackles is still on the board. Why? They are obsessed with collecting extra picks. I think the most likely trade partner is Denver at No. 15, with Atlanta at No. 16 a real possibility, too.

Hey Tony: Are there any sneaky draft day trades on the radar?

-- Dan, Willoughby, OH

Hey Dan: I’m not sure what you mean by “sneaky” draft day trade. Aside from moving down in the draft, I would say the possibilities of a trade for Vikings safety Anthony Harris or Redskins left tackle Trent Williams still exist, albeit slim.

Hey Tony: So far we have been hearing about Paul DePodesta and Andrew Berry and who has final say, but what kind of influence will Kevin Stefanski have on who is ultimately drafted at No. 10?

-- John, Mayfield Heights, OH

Hey John: I think Stefanski’s influence on the draft process has been typical for a head coach. He explains the type of player he and his staff prefer at each position group and sits in on interviews of all the prospects. I think his influence on draft day will be minimal.

Hey Tony: What’s the chance of trading up to get our tackle?

-- Vic, Tampa, FL

Hey Vic: I would say a trade up for a tackle would be one of the longest shots of the day for the Browns.

Hey Tony: How is the undrafted free agent class evaluated in this odd season and do you have any of this group of note from your evaluations? I am so glad you are back!

-- Eric, Yellow Springs, OH

Hey Eric: The scouts have been evaluating all draftable players for over a year. They will have full scouting reports on those that go undrafted. The missing piece of information will be pro day or personal workouts of those that were uninvited to the NFL combine or had medical issues to resolve. Like the players drafted, these after-draft signings will hinge almost entirely on game video and in-season scouting evaluations. I have no insight on possible undrafted signings. Further, I am eternally amazed how many fans thirst for information on undrafted signings.

Hey Tony: What past Browns draft pick did you love the most at the time, but ended up being a disappointment?

-- Cory, Bay Village, OH

Hey Cory: I can think of four in the expansion era – Courtney Brown (2000), Brady Quinn (2007), Brian Robiskie (2009) and DeShone Kizer (2017). I thought each was a good pick at the time. For different reasons, none had the success each anticipated, much less what I expected.

Hey Tony: How would the 4 OT taken in the 1st round of 2019 NFL Draft rank in this year’s class? Trent Williams news seems to have fallen off a cliff, almost seems intentional, any news?

-- Jason, Weeki Wachee, FL

Hey Jason: I’m calling on the pre-draft rankings of the great Dane Brugler of the Athletic to help with this answer. The four tackles taken in Round 1 last year were Jonah Williams of Alabama (11th by the Bengals), Andre Dillard of Washington State (22nd, Eagles), Tytus Howard of Alabama State (23rd, Texans), and Kaleb McGary of Washington (31st, Falcons). In his final Draft Guide, Brugler ranked Williams No. 4 overall in his top 100 list, Dillard ninth, Howard 79th, and McGary 63rd. In his 2020 Draft Guide, Brugler ranks Jedrick Willis of Alabama No. 5 overall, Tristan Wirfs of Iowa No. 8, Mekhi Becton of Louisville No. 11 and Andrew Thomas of Georgia No. 15. What does it all mean? Williams and Dillard might fit in somewhere with this 2020 group, but certainly not at the top.

Hey Tony: What’s your feeing on this year’s regime conducting the draft compared to how you felt with other regimes leading up to their drafts? Feeling more positive or more concerned?

-- Chad, Erie, PA

Hey Chad: This group certainly projects confidence and composure. But, frankly, I had more confidence in John Dorsey picking players. This group is infatuated with collecting draft picks through trading down. There is no positive record of Berry picking players -- yet.

Hey Tony: Seems inevitable the Browns want to trade down. This draft is loaded at WR & I can see Paul Depodesta wanting 1 or 2 because OBJ, like LeBron, always rumored to want out. And I can’t see them paying $30m total in the coming years to OBJ & Jarvis. Thoughts?

-- Frank, Cleveland, OH

Hey Frank: Considering the depth at wide receiver in this draft, I can see the Browns taking one. But the Stefanski offense emphasizes multiple tight ends and a typical third receiver role could be filled by running back Kareem Hunt. I think the search for the next No. 2 Browns receiver heats up next year.

Hey Tony: The Browns currently have no depth at wide receiver. What are the odds they pick one early in the draft or acquire a veteran via trade?

-- Roger, Bath, OH

Hey Roger: I have the perfect veteran acquisition. A free agent still available. Rashard Higgins.

Hey Tony: We all know the Browns need a left tackle, but what are some positions that are “quiet needs” to address before next season?

-- Matt, Brighton, MA

Hey Matt: Free safety, linebacker, pass rusher.