PS: Not sure about posting article to ESPN insider since many don't have a subscription. Can the OP give us a summary of what's in the article?
The Cleveland Browns haven't been burdened with an overabundance of talent in recent years. The difference with this year's squad is the talent it currently has along its defensive line. Teams are inquiring about said talent, and the Browns are fielding trade offers.
"One area I'd expect some trade activity: Browns interior DLs. Lot of depth there on back end. Heard several teams have called and inquired,"
Ian Rapoport of NFL.com tweeted.
Cleveland already attempted to make a trade with the Seattle Seahawks. The Browns sent defensive lineman Brian Sanford in exchange for guard John Moffitt. Moffitt didn't pass a physical in Cleveland, and the deal was nixed.
Desmond Bryant,
Phil Taylor and
Ahtyba Rubin comprise the team's starting defensive line.
Billy Winn and
John Hughes are the team's top options in the rotation.
Ishmaa'ily Kitchen, seventh round selection
Armonty Bryant and Sanford could all be available for the right price. Sanford may not even make the squad as evidenced by the team's willingness to trade him earlier.
The Browns are primarily searching for help at guard and running back. Injuries to
Dion Lewis,
Shawn Lauvao and
Jason Pinkston have severely hurt the team's depth at both positions.
