The Cleveland Browns have bolstered their offensive line, acquiring veteran offensive tackle Cam Robinson from the Houston Texans. According to NFL Network insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero, the trade involves a swap of late-round draft picks in 2027. This move comes after the Browns lost offensive tackle Dawand Jones to a season-ending knee injury on September 22nd.
Why Did the Texans Trade Robinson So Quickly?
Robinson, who signed a one-year, $12 million contract with the Texans this offseason, started in Week 1 but was inactive by Week 4. NFL insider Jordan Schultz reports that Robinson sought an opportunity to play left tackle, a role that ultimately went to rookie Aireontae Ersery. "Cam Robinson wants to play LT and he never really got a serious chance at doing that with the Texans, especially with the organization preferring to go young at the position," Schultz wrote.
Robinson's NFL Journey
Robinson, a former second-round pick by the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2017, spent his first seven seasons with the team. He was then traded to the Minnesota Vikings last October after Christian Darrisaw suffered a knee injury. Now, he finds himself with the Browns, marking his fourth team in recent years.
What This Means for the Browns
The Browns desperately needed help at left tackle. With Dawand Jones out for the season, the acquisition of Robinson provides immediate depth and experience. Robinson is expected to compete with KT Leveston for the starting left tackle position. This addition should provide some much-needed stability to the Browns' offensive line as they continue their season.
- Robinson brings veteran experience to the Browns' O-line.
- He will compete for the starting left tackle position.
- The trade addresses a critical need created by Jones' injury.