The Browns will understandably be disappointed, but at least they weren’t surprised.
According to Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleveland Plain Dealer, the Browns have known for the last two weeks that wide receiver Josh Gordon was facing a year-long suspension for a failed drug test.
It does cast a new light on last night’s moves, as they traded out of the fourth spot, where the Bills chose Clemson wideout Sammy Watkins.
Instead, they took cornerback Justin Gilbert after a move-up to eighth, and then Johnny Manziel 22nd.
The Browns do have the benefit of a deep draft at the position, and will likely be in the market soon, when they’re on the clock with the 35th pick.