The Bengals and Browns both made significant moves during Day 2 of the NFL Draft, strengthening their rosters through strategic selections and trades.

Bengals Draft Recap:

• Traded pick 38 to Patriots for picks 46, 122, and 139
• Selected Jackson Carman (OT, Clemson) at 46
  • 6'5" tackle with 27 college starts
  • Projects as strong run blocker
  • Some experts consider this a reach
• Drafted Joseph Ossai (Edge, Texas) at 69
  • Productive defender with 10 sacks, 29.5 TFL in last two seasons
  • Considered a steal at this position
• Now hold seven Day 3 picks, including two fourth-rounders

Browns Draft Recap:

• Traded up to pick 52 for Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah (LB, Notre Dame)
  • Originally considered a first-round talent
  • Explosive playmaker excelling in coverage
  • Cost pick 89 to move up
• Selected Anthony Schwartz (WR, Auburn) at 92
  • Known for exceptional speed
  • Versatile offensive weapon
  • Development project with high upside
• Have six remaining picks, including three in fourth round

Both teams addressed key needs while finding value, particularly with the Browns landing JOK in the second round and the Bengals selecting Ossai in the third. Each team positioned themselves well for Day 3 with multiple picks remaining.

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