Jones Balances Hoops & Football, Browns Back Him

On April 2nd, Cleveland Brown's fans mostly figured the team will grab a left tackle early in the 2026 NFL draft, but General Manager.

Andrew Barry says, offensive tackle to Juan Jones still has a spot on the line.

Barry beefed up the unit by signing Zion Johnson to start at left guard, Titus Howard at right tackle,

Elton Jenkins for right guard or center, and keeping Tevin Jenkins for death or competition there.

Jones has battled injuries hard, landing on injured reserve each of the last three seasons, which has everyone watching closely.

Like defensive in Miles Garrett, he's big into basketball and keeps hooping even during rehab.

That habit raises eyebrows among fans and media, who worry it can mess with his football prep, especially after those setbacks.

Now there's fresh video from this off season, showing Jones bowling on the court, looking sharp and ready for onfield work.

Barry insists he'll contribute, maybe even start, no matter if they draft the new tackle.

Jones mixing hoops and gridiron bives keeps the debate hot boost for his conditioning or red flag for staying healthy.

Brown's nation stays tuned as off season ramps up.