Browns head of football operations Sashi Brown received backlash last year after he declared “it is important for us to keep our own,” then let four key starters leave the franchise on the first day of free agency.
But Brown is off to a much better start this year.
The Browns announced they agreed to a blockbuster contract with Jamie Collins on Monday, securing a versatile linebacker the organization believes can be a vital piece to the defense led by new coordinator Gregg Williams.
Collins agreed to a four-year deal. NFL Network reported the contract is worth $50 million, including $26 million guaranteed.