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Newsweek
3 days ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Browns Legend Urges Team to Consider Major Wide Receiver Trade
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Cleveland Browns were widely expected to target adding more wide receiver talent during the 2025 NFL offseason. However, that has not been the case so far. Even in the 2025 NFL Draft, the Browns opted to not take a wide receiver. That was a big-time surprise, but there is still time for the team to make a move at the position. In order to add the kind of impact piece Cleveland truly needs, it's likely that a trade would need to be made. There are a few potential targets the Browns could pursue should they choose to get aggressive. Head coach Kevin Stefanski of the Cleveland Browns calls a play in the first quarter of a game against the Baltimore Ravens at Huntington Bank Field on October 27, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. Head coach Kevin Stefanski of the Cleveland Browns calls a play in the first quarter of a game against the Baltimore Ravens at Huntington Bank Field on October 27, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. Photo byHanford Dixon, a Cleveland legend who played defensive back for the Browns from 1981 to 1989, believes that the team should pursue one specific wide receiver trade. Read more: Browns QB Shedeur Sanders' Roster Spot in Jeopardy Per Insider He spoke out on his show, "The Hanford Dixon Show," and urged Cleveland to pull off a trade for New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave. The Browns have reportedly been in contact with the Saints regarding an Olave trade this offseason. "The Browns better be looking to add another wide receiver, because that's one area we are lacking big time. [...] I mean, we all know, Chris Olave at Ohio State, this guy is just amazing," Dixon said. "I mean, the things that he can do at wide receiver, get open, catch the football, a game breaker, those type of guys, he could be a nightmare for a defensive back or cornerback. I think that would be a great, great move.... I just think that's just a perfect fit." Olave has dealt with concussion enters since entering the NFL as the No. 11 overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft. If Cleveland were able to pull off a trade to land him, he would form a lethal long-term duo alongside Jerry Jeudy. Last season, the 24-year-old wide receiver was only able to play in eight games. Back in 2023, however, he played in 16 games and racked up 87 receptions for 1,123 yards and five touchdowns. Read more: Browns QB Shedeur Sanders Facing Brutal Reality to Start Rookie Season Sports Illustrated NFL insider Albert Breer was the first to report that the Browns have already shown interest in Olave. He also reported that New Orleans turned down their trade interest. Acquiring Olave would not come cheap, but it would be well worth the investment by Cleveland. He could be the piece that takes the offense to the next level. It would not be surprising to see the Browns call the Saints again with interest. However, there is no guarantee that New Orleans will change its mind on trading the young wideout. For more Cleveland Browns and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Fantasy Football: Chris Olave looks like a risk-reward pick worth betting on this draft season
(This article was written with the assistance of Castmagic, an AI tool, and reviewed by our editorial team to ensure accuracy. Please reach out to us if you notice any mistakes.) If you've wondered if Saints receiver Chris Olave should be on your draft radar this season, the latest Yahoo Fantasy Forecast episode with Matt Harmon and Footballguys Alfredo Brown offers some clarity — and a dose of optimism. Subscribe to on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you listen. First, let's acknowledge the obvious: Olave, who already has two 1,000-yard receiving seasons on his resume, has never truly benefitted from consistent, high-end quarterback play since entering the league in 2022. Harmon and Brown both agree that his connection with Derek Carr left much to be desired — 'they never really had the best chemistry in the world,' Harmon suggests. The lack of rhythm is a big part of why Olave hasn't been a difference-maker in fantasy. Yet, buried in uncertainty is a potential gold mine of upside. With new head coach Kellen Moore stepping in, there's buzz around a more creative deployment of Olave — perhaps even increased usage out of the slot. 'What Moore has done for even a guy like DeVonta Smith ... both [he and Olave are] technicians, pro-level route runners in college, " Harmon points out. "They don't need to play in the slot, but they can be weaponized in the slot.' Brown goes a step further: 'I think that he's got that upside for high-target volume, high efficiency deep downfield and he's just one of those guys. Tyler Shough [the likely new QB] is actually a pretty good deep-ball thrower ... that could actually be good for Olave.' [Join or create a Yahoo Fantasy Football league for the 2025 NFL season] Slot usage under Moore could mean more layup targets, and with a new offense and a QB unafraid to push downfield, those big Olave games may finally happen more often. While there's risk — particularly with QB uncertainty and Olave coming off of two scary concussions last season that limited him to eight games — better days could be ahead. Olave's blend of youth, technical polish and untapped ceiling are tantalizing. If Olave builds rapport with his quarterback and Moore makes him a focal point of the offense, a true breakout could be just around the corner — and that's something worth keeping an eye on this summer ahead of fantasy drafts.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Fantasy Football: Chris Olave looks like a risk-reward pick worth betting on this draft season
(This article was written with the assistance of Castmagic, an AI tool, and reviewed by our editorial team to ensure accuracy. Please reach out to us if you notice any mistakes.) If you've wondered if Saints receiver Chris Olave should be on your draft radar this season, the latest Yahoo Fantasy Forecast episode with Matt Harmon and Footballguys Alfredo Brown offers some clarity — and a dose of optimism. Subscribe to on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you listen. First, let's acknowledge the obvious: Olave, who already has two 1,000-yard receiving seasons on his resume, has never truly benefitted from consistent, high-end quarterback play since entering the league in 2022. Harmon and Brown both agree that his connection with Derek Carr left much to be desired — 'they never really had the best chemistry in the world,' Harmon suggests. The lack of rhythm is a big part of why Olave hasn't been a difference-maker in fantasy. Yet, buried in uncertainty is a potential gold mine of upside. With new head coach Kellen Moore stepping in, there's buzz around a more creative deployment of Olave — perhaps even increased usage out of the slot. 'What Moore has done for even a guy like DeVonta Smith ... both [he and Olave are] technicians, pro-level route runners in college, " Harmon points out. "They don't need to play in the slot, but they can be weaponized in the slot.' Brown goes a step further: 'I think that he's got that upside for high-target volume, high efficiency deep downfield and he's just one of those guys. Tyler Shough [the likely new QB] is actually a pretty good deep ball thrower ... that could actually be good for Olave.' [Join or create a Yahoo Fantasy Football league for the 2025 NFL season] Slot usage under Moore could mean more layup targets, and with a new offense and a QB unafraid to push downfield, those big Olave games may finally happen more often. While there's risk — particularly with QB uncertainty and Olave coming off of two scary concussions last season that limited him to eight games — better days could be ahead. Olave's blend of youth, technical polish and untapped ceiling are tantalizing. If Olave builds rapport with his quarterback and Moore makes him a focal point of the offense, a true breakout could be just around the corner — and that's something worth keeping an eye on this summer ahead of fantasy drafts.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Fantasy Football: Chris Olave looks like a risk-reward pick worth betting on this draft season
(This article was written with the assistance of Castmagic, an AI tool, and reviewed by our editorial team to ensure accuracy. Please reach out to us if you notice any mistakes.) If you've wondered if Saints receiver Chris Olave should be on your draft radar this season, the latest Yahoo Fantasy Forecast episode with Matt Harmon and Footballguys Alfredo Brown offers some clarity — and a dose of optimism. Subscribe to on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you listen. First, let's acknowledge the obvious: Olave, who already has two 1,000-yard receiving seasons on his resume, has never truly benefitted from consistent, high-end quarterback play since entering the league in 2022. Harmon and Brown both agree that his connection with Derek Carr left much to be desired — 'they never really had the best chemistry in the world,' Harmon suggests. The lack of rhythm is a big part of why Olave hasn't been a difference-maker in fantasy. Yet, buried in uncertainty is a potential gold mine of upside. With new head coach Kellen Moore stepping in, there's buzz around a more creative deployment of Olave — perhaps even increased usage out of the slot. 'What Moore has done for even a guy like DeVonta Smith ... both [he and Olave are] technicians, pro-level route runners in college, " Harmon points out. "They don't need to play in the slot, but they can be weaponized in the slot.' Brown goes a step further: 'I think that he's got that upside for high-target volume, high efficiency deep downfield and he's just one of those guys. Tyler Shough [the likely new QB] is actually a pretty good deep ball thrower ... that could actually be good for Olave.' [Join or create a Yahoo Fantasy Football league for the 2025 NFL season] Slot usage under Moore could mean more layup targets, and with a new offense and a QB unafraid to push downfield, those big Olave games may finally happen more often. While there's risk — particularly with QB uncertainty and Olave coming off of two scary concussions last season that limited him to eight games — better days could be ahead. Olave's blend of youth, technical polish and untapped ceiling are tantalizing. If Olave builds rapport with his quarterback and Moore makes him a focal point of the offense, a true breakout could be just around the corner — and that's something worth keeping an eye on this summer ahead of fantasy drafts.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Reasons to believe Chris Olave is in position to have the best season of his NFL career
(This article was written with the assistance of Castmagic, an AI tool, and reviewed by our editorial team to ensure accuracy. Please reach out to us if you notice any mistakes.) If you've wondered if Saints receiver Chris Olave should be on your draft radar this season, the latest Yahoo Fantasy Forecast episode with Matt Harmon and Footballguys Alfredo Brown offers some clarity — and a dose of optimism. Subscribe to Yahoo Fantasy Forecast on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , YouTube or wherever you listen. Advertisement First, let's acknowledge the obvious: Olave, who already has two 1,000-yard receiving seasons on his resume, has never truly benefitted from consistent, high-end quarterback play since entering the league in 2022. Harmon and Brown both agree that his connection with Derek Carr left much to be desired — 'they never really had the best chemistry in the world,' Harmon suggests. The lack of rhythm is a big part of why Olave hasn't been a difference-maker in fantasy. Yet, buried in uncertainty is a potential gold mine of upside. With new head coach Kellen Moore stepping in, there's buzz around a more creative deployment of Olave — perhaps even increased usage out of the slot. 'What Moore has done for even a guy like DeVonta Smith ... both [he and Olave are] technicians, pro-level route runners in college, " Harmon points out. "They don't need to play in the slot, but they can be weaponized in the slot.' Advertisement Brown goes a step further: 'I think that he's got that upside for high-target volume, high efficiency deep downfield and he's just one of those guys. Tyler Shough [the likely new QB] is actually a pretty good deep ball thrower ... that could actually be good for Olave.' Slot usage under Moore could mean more layup targets, and with a new offense and a QB unafraid to push downfield, those big Olave games may finally happen more often. While there's risk — particularly with QB uncertainty and Olave coming off of two scary concussions last season that limited him to eight games — better days could be ahead. Olave's blend of youth, technical polish and untapped ceiling are tantalizing. If Olave builds rapport with his quarterback and Moore makes him a focal point of the offense, a true breakout could be just around the corner — and that's something worth keeping an eye on this summer ahead of fantasy drafts.
