Ben Roethlisberger almost became the face of the Browns' franchise ... before Cleveland passed on drafting him.
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In an interview with ESPN, the Steelers quarterback and Findlay, Ohio, native discussed his draft-day snub that ultimately paved his path to a historic career in Pittsburgh.
With the sixth overall pick in the 2004 NFL Draft, the Browns opted to select Kellen Winslow. After earning unanimous All-America honors during his tenure at the Miami (Fla.), Winslow made one Pro Bowl in 2007 throughout 10 NFL seasons that also included stints with Buccaneers, Seahawks, Patriots and Jets.