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2011 NFL Draft: Browns First Fourth Round Pick Is TE Jordan Cameron

It seems the Browns are devoted to giving Colt McCoy as many big play guys as he can get. And with the fifth pick in the fourth round, USC TE Jordan Cameron is just that. The former basketball player at BYU had a tough time adjusting to the college game and never really found his role, but there is no doubt about his athleticism.

At 6'5", 254 lbs, Cameron is perfect for jump balls and takes his basketball instincts with him into a receiver role. He absolutely needs to build strength and learn how to block if he wants to stay on the football field for extended periods of time in the NFL, but fans have to believe that the Browns are looking at the natural Anthony Gates and Tony Gonzalez comparison with regards to Cameron. It is important to note that it will take time for the Browns to get Cameron up to speed and learn the intricacies of the pro game.

This is low-risk pick, but I do believe Cameron would have been there later on for the Browns second fourth rounder. It is obvious that Cleveland was very high on the Southern Cal tight end, and I wouldn't be surprised if they trade back into the fourth for another pick or two in hopes of finding another instant impact player.

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