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West Virginia quarterback Geno Smith is one of the players the Cleveland Browns likely will consider taking with the sixth overall pick in the NFL Draft.

(David Smith, Associated Press)

CLEVELAND, Ohio -- With the NFL draft less than two weeks away the Browns are putting the finishing touches on their preparations by hosting top prospects and working others out privately. With the No. 6 pick in the first round, they'll likely have plenty of premier pass-rushers at their disposal, and possibly the top cornerback in the draft in Alabama's Dee Milliner.

They'll also have a shot at some of the top quarterbacks in the draft -- although there's raging debate over whether or not any of them are worth the No. 6 pick. Of course, there's always the chance the Browns will trade down and replace the second-round pick they spent last summer on Josh Gordon in the supplemental draft. They're expected to have at least a few suitors for the pick, and won't be shy about wheeling and dealing, based on CEO Joe Banner's history.

With that in mind, here are 10 players on the Browns' radar at No. 6, or later in the round if they move down.

1. West Virginia quarterback Geno Smith: The Browns conducted a private workout with Smith in his hometown of Miami on Saturday, and he could fall to them at No. 6. Question is, are they sure he can be their franchise quarterback? Although he's widely regarded as the top quarterback in the draft, questions abound regarding his pro potential. Some scouts love him, but Pro Football Weekly's Nolan Nawrocki skewered Smith in his Draft Preview, describing him as a "gimmick, overhyped product of the system lacking football savvy." If Smith is available at No. 6, the Browns might be able to swing a trade and pick up extra draft picks.

2. USC quarterback Matt Barkley: At 6-2 1/2, 227, Barkley might be too close in stature and skills to the recently traded Colt McCoy, and might not have the arm to run the downfield scheme of Rob Chudzinski and Norv Turner. But Turner praised the Southern Cal product at Barkleys Pro Day and the Browns brought him in for a visit. His tutor, former NFL QB Chris Weinke, predicts he'll be the first passer off the board. He's another player that could draw trade interest at No. 6.

3. Syracuse quarterback Ryan Nassib: No. 6 might be too high for Nassib, but there's some thought that the Bills might take him at No. 8 since his coach at Syracuse, Doug Marrone, is now coaching the Bills. Also, his offensive coordinator at Syracuse, Nathaniel Hackett, is now in that role with Buffalo. Nassib throws with good velocity and plays well under duress. At least one draft analyst, NFL Films' Greg Cosell, thinks he's the best quarterback in this draft.

4. Florida State QB EJ Manuel: Manuel is a dual-threat quarterback in the mold of a Colin Kaepernick or Russell Wilson and can run the read-option that Browns coach Rob Chudzinski introduced to the NFL with Cam Newton in 2011. He has tremendous size and physical skills, and runs as well as he throws. The sixth overall pick might be a bit too rich for him, but not if Browns think he can play winning ball. He'd also be a possibility if they trade down in the round or pick up a second-rounder.

5. Alabama cornerback Dee Milliner: The consensus premier cornerback in the draft, Milliner visited the Browns this week and told The Plain Dealer that he thinks he and Joe Haden would form the best cornerback due on the NFL. Milliner, who tied for tops in the nation with 22 pass breakups, might be gone by No. 6, but the Browns have a crying need for a starting corner and Milliner fits the bill.

6. Oregon LB Dion Jordan: Jordan's stock has skyrocketed throughout the pre-draft process -- despite surgery to repair a torn labrum -- and he might be out of the Browns' reach. Some think he'll go as high as No. 2 to the Jaguars. Mostly a defensive end at Oregon, Jordan has the versatility to play end in the NFL or outside linebacker in a 3-4. At Oregon, he was athletic enough to cover the slot receiver. If he's there at six, which now looks unlikely, the Browns would have the perfect complement to Paul Kruger.

7. BYU DE/OLB Ziggy Ansah: Scouts and coaches have fallen in love with Ansah's raw, physical power and explosiveness, and some think he could go as high as No. 2 overall. He dominated at the Senior Bowl, but started only one season at Brigham Young (4.5 sacks in nine starts in 2012). Some think he could be a one-year wonder. Successful pro pass-rushers often have had at least two years of high sack totals in college. But Ansah's film and measurables have him on the climb.

8. LSU LB/DE Barkevious Mingo: A top-20 projection, Mingo would provide the Browns with another fearsome edge-rusher. He had 11.5 sacks over the past two seasons, and 23.5 tackles for a loss. Mingo possesses freakish athletic ability, superb speed and tremendous potential. The Browns worked him out privately and brought him in for a visit.

9. West Virginia WR Tavon Austin: Austin is small (5-8 1/2, 174) but extremely fast (4.34 seconds in the 40) and productive as a receiver, runner and returner. In 2012, he led the country in catches per game (8.77), gaining 1,289 yards and scoring 11 TDs. He possesses explosive speed and elusiveness, and plays bigger than his diminutive frame. He returned punts and kicks for the Mountaineers and can do the same at the next level. He's been gaining steam in recent weeks.

10. Florida DT Sharrif Floyd: With today's more mobile quarterbacks, teams are putting a premium on the quickest route to the QB -- straight up the middle. Floyd can provide just that. He also has the versatilty to play nose tackle or end in a 3-4 front, or inside or out in a 4-3. He started at end in 2011, recording 6.5 tackles for a loss and 1.5 sacks. He moved inside in 2012, recording 13 tackles for a loss and three sacks. The Browns seem set at defensive tackle, but Floyd warrants a top 10 pick.