The 2016 NFL Draft has come and gone. It was a busy and wild few days for the Browns; selecting fourteen new players. Cleveland’s new front office was active on the trade front both acquiring multiple picks this year and picks for the future. It was definitely not a slow start for the newly formed organization. Here is my breakdown of the 2016 draft class for the Cleveland Browns.

The Browns took eight offensive players, nabbing WR Corey Coleman, OT Shon Coleman, QB Cody Kessler, WR Ricardo Louis, TE Seth DeValve, WR Jordan Payton, OT Spencer Drango and WR Rishard Higgins.

For the defense, the Browns drafted six defensive players, taking EDGE Emmanuel Ogbah, DL Carl Nassib, LB Joe Schobert, S Derrick Kindred, CB Trey Caldwell and LB Scooby Wright III.

Favorite Pick: WR Corey Coleman

Corey Coleman is my favorite and I know that he is the obvious choice. But, what he will bring to the offense is something the Browns have not seen from a receiver let alone any other position on the offense since Josh Gordon. I had Coleman as my No. 5 receiver in the draft, but the difference between the top five is not very wide. Plus, Coleman’s fit may be better than the others who were available because he has the big play ability and speed that the team desperately needed. With one move, he could take a five yard gain and make it a 30 yard gain using his speed, athleticism, and elusiveness. I can’t wait to see his impact on the offense and how Hue Jackson will utilize him.

Least Favorite Pick: WR Ricardo Louis

Ricardo Louis seems like a huge project and a player taken just because of his size and athleticism. He did not fit the high production type player the Browns seemed to be targeting throughout the draft. The Auburn receiver is a project who needs to learn how to be a receiver and utilize his talents. The Browns could have taken others at that spot, like Andrew Billings of Baylor, who I believe are better options. Louis just seemed like a player who did not fit their philosophy that they followed throughout the draft.

Best Fit: DL Carl Nassib

Carl Nassib fits a huge hole for the team, the five technique on the defensive line. The Penn State star has the prototypical length that teams want at that position. He has the ability to shed blocks and fill in the gaps of the running game. The Browns needed defensive ends, especially ones who can rush the passer. Nassib has pass rush ability, using his strong hands and athleticism to beat blocks and get to the quarterback. But, he needs to get bigger to survive at the five technique. Luckily his frame should be able to take on more weight, adding much needed strength to be stout at the point of attack. He has the hands to disengage from blocks and spot the ball carrier, but his ability to be tough at the point of the attack will be key to his development. I love his upside and his potential to be a key cog on the defensive line for many years.

Best Under-the-Radar Pick: OT Shon Coleman

Shon Coleman could be the starting right tackle immediately for the Browns. He was overshadowed by the selection of QB Cody Kessler, but his impact could be felt right away on offense. The Auburn tackle has great size and length that teams look for in a starting NFL offensive tackle. He is a really strong and physical blocker who can road grade defenders out of the way. He is best as a run blocker, but he has adequate feet and quickness to be a good pass protector, too. I believe he can help solidify the right side after losing Mitchell Schwartz in free agency. Yes, he will probably not be as good as Schwartz right away, but he has the potential to be just as good. I also love his toughness and character, beating cancer and never giving up his NFL dream. His time away from football also means he has development to do and that he could get a lot better with more experience.

Biggest Instant Impact: WR Corey Coleman

In my opinion this is not even a question. Corey Coleman will be a huge weapon for the offense. His speed and after-the-catch ability allows him to be an immediate impactful player. He will not need to be a refined route runner or crafty receiver right away because his athleticism can help him make plays right away and gain an advantage against the defense. Coleman will be a big time playmaker who could have some long touchdown plays because of his skill set. Also, I cannot wait to see how Hue Jackson will use him. He could be placed into some favorable positions to help facilitate big plays.

Best Late Round Value: WR Rashard Higgins

Rishard Higgins is a great value in the fifth round. CBS Sports ranked him as the tenth best wide receiver in the draft and No. 80 overall player, while ESPN’s Mel Kiper as him as the 15th best receiver. Those rankings show the value the Browns got in the fifth round. Higgins is a great route runner, showing quick and abrupt cuts that help him gain separation from the coverage. To go along with his route running is his reliable and strong hands to make tough catches, even through contact. He has solid athleticism and elusiveness that also makes him a player who make things happen after the catch. The Colorado State receiver could immediately see playing time for the Browns because of his refined game and strong hands.

Best Special Teams Contributor: LB Joe Schobert

Joe Schobert was a special teams star in college, so he will definitely transition well to NFL special teams. He can contribute on both the punt and kick coverage teams. He is a tough player, who plays hard every snap, having the mentality of a walk on player. He has solid athleticism and fluidity to move in space. The Wisconsin linebacker can slip blocks pretty well, which bodes well for a player on coverage teams who needs to break multiple blocks to get to the returner. He is a sound tackler who can make the tackle in open space like when he is running down field on special teams coverage. He should be an immediate contributor on the special teams coverage unit.

Biggest Need Area Filled: Wide Receiver

How can you not say that this was the biggest need area filled. The Browns added four new receivers, including the first round pick, Corey Coleman. The front office added an array of skill sets that will give the unit more diversity. Coleman adds big play and speed to the unit. Jordan Payton adds physicality and good hands. Rishard Higgins gives the team crisp route running and good hands. Lastly, Ricardo Louis gives the team a big and athletic raw talent. The Browns added much needed talent and depth to a position that needed it a lot. The receiver position has long been overlooked by the previous front office, so the intense pursuit of receivers this season was a sight for sore eyes. The receivers group now has a potential number one receiver with big play ability, along with three other interesting prospects who could develop into high contributing players.

Biggest Need Not Filled: Running Back

In my opinion, Isaiah Crowell is not good enough to be the compliment to Duke Johnson. I thought the Browns needed to get another back to put next to Johnson. I also thought that this draft class had some interesting options to get to be the compliment running back. Devontae Booker, Paul Perkins and Kenneth Dixon were all available in the fourth round. I believe that it would have been a good value to get one of them to put next to Johnson. Crowell is just too inconsistent and his vision is just not great. The Browns needed a sturdy back to carry the load with the Browns do-everything Duke Johnson. The running back position was the only position that was not selected by the Browns during the draft. It was a lost opportunity to give the Browns another playmaker on offense and to improve the running game.