Cleveland Browns Expected To Make It Rain In Free Agency

Dec 11, 2016; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Doug Martin (22) runs past New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Nick Fairley (90) during the second half at Raymond James Stadium. Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the New Orleans Saints 16-11. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

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Dec 11, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Houston Texans cornerback A.J. Bouye (21) reacts to breaking up a pass against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports /

A.J. Bouye, CB, Texans

The Houston Texans discovered they have a real gem in A.J. Bouye this past season when injuries arose. Another former undrafted free agent, Bouye stepped into a more prominent role this past season for the Texans, playing inside as a nickel as well as outside, excelling in both roles.

With a 90.9 grade from Pro Football Focus, Bouye would be the best free agent pickup in terms of overall grade the Browns could make other than Bengals left tackle Andrew Whitworth, who isn’t likely to be taking Joe Thomas’ spot anytime soon.

Bouye broke up 16 passes this past season, and also racked up 63 tackles and one interception in the regular season. He picked off a pass against the Oakland Raiders in the wild card round of the playoffs, and also picked off Tom Brady in the divisional round.

He’s broken out as one of the best overall corners in the NFL, and would be a great fit for the Browns along with Joe Haden.

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