Jets Acquire Browns Defensive Tackle Jowon Briggs in Trade

The Cleveland Browns traded defensive tackle Jowon Briggs and a 2026 seventh-round pick to the New York Jets for a 2026 sixth-round pick, a move reflecting the Browns' deep defensive line talent and strategic asset management. Briggs, a promising seventh-round pick from 2024, showed potential in his rookie season with six games played, 13 tackles, and solid run-stopping ability, but was blocked by a crowded Browns roster featuring Mason Graham and Maliek Collins. The Jets, facing thin depth at defensive tackle, view Briggs as a valuable addition with upside, especially given his college production alongside Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner, and expect him to compete for a roster spot. This trade not only benefits the Jets by addressing a positional need but also offers Briggs greater opportunities for playing time and development. The exchange of late-round picks effectively moves the Browns up nearly two rounds in the 2026 draft, underscoring the strategic nature of the deal for both teams. Both sides see this as a mutually beneficial transaction that leverages depth and potential.