The Cleveland Browns have been linked to a number of receivers this offseason as the team looks to put together an explosive offense. The addition of Amari Cooper was a start to the process but Jarvis Landry was released shortly after.
While Landry could still return, the Browns could have interest in Deshaun Watson’s former teammate Will Fuller or adding a receiver in the draft. Without their first-round pick, Cleveland could be limited in who would be available starting on day two.
Another name has recently surfaced and shows the importance Watson could have in drawing players to the team. DeSean Jackson, a veteran deep threat, mentioned the Browns as a place he would like to play if he returns to the league this year:
DeSean Jackson exclusively tells me he’s contemplating retirement (despite previously saying he would return).
‘i’m not really sure if i’m going to play next year.’
only a handful of teams could change his mind — Denver being one. #LacesOutpic.twitter.com/VEJEISz3Le
— Ashley Nicole Moss (@AshNicoleMoss) April 21, 2022
Jackson also posted a jersey swap of him in a Cleveland jersey and tagged Watson in it. The Browns quarterback shared that Instagram post on his story:
While Jackson is a known name with great speed, his production has dropped off greatly in the last few years. His last season with more than 20 receptions was 2018, his last season with more than 1,000 yards was 2016 and his last season with more than four touchdowns was 2014.
Injuries have played a role as well as the wear on the tires of the 35-year-old’s fourteen-year career.
As a deep threat, Jackson still garners defenses respect but Browns GM Andrew Berry may see more value in using second-year pro Anthony Schwartz in that role. Nevertheless, Cleveland players have made some interesting posts on Friday.