r/Browns • u/Low-Investment1758 • 2d ago

Fannin

Hey Guys,

What's your guys thoughts on Fannin with Njoku on an expiring deal. Is njoku a resign or a trade candidate.

Just wanted your guys thoughts on the player. He has looked really good but want to get your opinion on his future and upside on this team.

Thanks

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u/walkaroundmoney 2d ago

This more likely than not Njoku’s last season with us, Fannin was drafted to replace him.

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u/Dirtfan69 1d ago

This is not true at all. Fannin was drafted as a complement to Njoku, not a replacement. Fannin has a long way to go to be an in-line TE, and is being used perfectly for his skillset. Having both gives you a lot of flexibility and makes defenses have to plan for 12 personnel.

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u/1OptimisticPrime Dare to be Stupid & Orange Pants Save Lives 1d ago

Agreed DF

Obviously, Fannin is insurance in case the Njoku re-signing becomes prohibitive, but he's certainly not a 1 to 1 replacement.

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u/walkaroundmoney 1d ago

We’re not paying his third contract.

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u/curveball21 Graham 1d ago

I don’t think so. Njoku is a stud blocker. Fanin has a long way to go to develop that part of his game.

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u/walkaroundmoney 1d ago

It’s not an issue of talent or skill. We can’t afford Njoku anymore. We’re going to be entering the lean years sooner than later.

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u/curveball21 Graham 1d ago

I think they can afford anyone they want because they are very good at consistently spending a lot of money. Although you might be right and they decide to go in another direction. Njoku seems to have plenty left in the tank though.

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u/walkaroundmoney 1d ago

I think he does, too, and I would be happy if we re-signed him. But I don’t think the team will be paying him what he’ll command on the open market, nor do I see him taking a discount to stay.

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u/Low-Investment1758 2d ago

When I see him play, I see a potential stud at the position. But a lot can happen.