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The Browns used a fourth-round pick on offensive tackle James Hudson in 2021, and he served as a swing tackle over his duration with the team, stepping in for an injured starter on numerous occasions. After Hudson performed at a consistently below-average during his time in Cleveland, the Browns allowed him to walk in free agency this past offseason.

Hudson ended up signing with the Giants on a two-year, $12 million contract, and drew the start at left tackle in Week 1 for New York.

James Hudson struggles in Giants' debut as starting LT

Per PFF, Hudson posted an overall 55 grade on 68 snaps, including a 58.