Trumaine Johnson

Browns considering trading for Rams' Trumaine Johnson

The Cleveland Browns are a team to "keep an eye on" in trade talks for Los Angeles Rams franchise player defensive back Trumaine Johnson, says NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

What It Means:

Similar to the Kirk Cousins situation in Washington, the Rams have tagged Johnson for the second year in a row, but it doesn't sound like there's any sort of long-term future between the two sides. New defensive coordinator Wade Phillips emphasizes man coverage in his schemes, which the Rams apparently don't feel Johnson is a good fit for.

The Rams were 18th in opponent-adjusted Defensive Passing Net Expected Points per play in 2016 with Johnson as the top corner, so he would likely benefit a Browns' secondary that finished very last at 32nd.

Source: Rotoworld