Browns Sign Cornelius Lucas to $10 Million Deal

The Cleveland Browns have signed offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas to a two-year, $10 million deal as they seek to strengthen their offensive line, which has faced challenges due to injuries and aging players. Lucas, a towering 6-foot-8 veteran, brings significant experience after spending five seasons with the Washington Commanders, where he started 38 of 76 games and earned a solid pass-blocking grade of 79.1. His addition comes after the departure of James Hudson III to the New York Giants, leaving Cleveland with a vacancy at tackle, which Lucas is expected to fill. With Jedrick Wills also hitting free agency, the Browns are in a position to revamp their offensive line, which may include drafting new talent in the upcoming draft. Despite limited salary cap space, Lucas's experience and reliability make him a valuable acquisition for the Browns. The team's offensive line now includes several players over 30, prompting the need for both veteran retention and youth infusion in the roster.