Browns get a leader in linebacker Anthony Walker while secondary elevates to elite

BEREA, Ohio – Free agency came and went last month. And once again, the Cleveland Browns made big moves to improve their roster. Last offseason, Cleveland prioritized shoring up its offense. This time, general manager Andrew Berry focused on defense, signing five players so far with a chance to win starting jobs in training camp.

Here’s a breakdown of the signings, with insight from the reporters who covered those players at their previous stops:

Safety John Johnson III

The scoop from NFL Nation: “Johnson proved himself as a versatile playmaker and leader over four seasons. He has the ability to play free and strong safety and can play deep or in the box. A team captain in 2020, Johnson served…