Wills, drafted 10th overall by the Browns in the 2020 NFL Draft, hasn’t matched the productivity of some other tackles from that draft class. In 2021, he achieved his highest career PFF grade of 66.1, placing him 52nd among 83 tackles. Despite this, the Browns decided to exercise Wills’ fifth-year option in May 2023, ensuring he remains under contract for the current season.
Despite being selected 10th overall by the Browns in the 2020 NFL Draft,
Wills hasn’t matched the productivity of some of his fellow tackles from that draft class. His career-best PFF grade of 66.1 in 2021 ranked him 52nd out of 83 tackles. Nevertheless, the Browns chose to extend Wills’ contract by exercising his fifth-year option in May 2023, keeping him with the team for the upcoming season.
He surpassed expectations by establishing himself as a reliable starting tackle in the NFL after being selected in the fourth round. Jones appeared in 11 games and started nine before his season concluded abruptly due to a serious knee injury.
Half a year later, Jones emerged as one of three possible tackle choices for the Browns, alongside Conklin and 2020 first-round pick Jedrick Wills Jr. Cleveland will use training camp this summer to determine who will start on the offensive line in the upcoming season.
The new offensive line coach, Andy Dickerson, recognizes the same potential in Jones that the organization saw when they selected him in the draft.
To come out here and work like he’s been doing in the classroom, you know, he’s asking good questions and he’s engaged,” Dickerson said. “You see him out here going and just taking the different techniques. There’s some stuff – it’s not broke, you don’t fix it. But there’s nuances in different things., you see him, and you can see his feel, his charisma and all that.”
Following an impressive debut season, Jones is aiming even higher for 2024. Securing a starting role would be the logical progression for the former Ohio State standout.
After a strong debut season, Jones has set higher goals for 2024. Earning a starting position would be the next expected achievement for the standout from Ohio State.
“He’s approaching the offseason like everyone else, putting in the work, learning, and staying curious,” Dickerson remarked. “On the field, he’s refining techniques and staying committed to the process of improvement. Consistency in these efforts will lead to ongoing growth.”
