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The Cleveland Browns are at home watching the playoffs and their path forward is pretty clear, at least in terms of how the team will operate this year both in free agency and the NFL Draft. Everything points to Baker Mayfield being the starting quarterback in 2022 unless an opportunity the team simply cannot pass up presents itself. Regardless of who plays quarterback, the wide receiver position was one of the worst in the league and whether it's for Mayfield or the next quarterback of the Browns, that will be a priority. Defensive tackle is a need the Browns will have to address, but the class this year is dreadful and options are limited. Free agency will be critical in attacking that area, but other teams aren't stupid and they see the same issue, which could drive up demand and price for capable veterans.