Browns releasing $45 million starter should interest Lions, Chiefs, Raiders

The Cleveland Browns released a starting offensive lineman on Thursday who spent six seasons with the franchise.

NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported that the Browns cut right tackle Jack Conklin, saving the team $885,000 and absorbing a dead cap charge of $12.4 million, per Over the Cap.

Conklin has struggled to stay healthy over the last few years, but when on the field, he's a solid starter who would benefit any team's offensive line.

The Detroit Lions, Kansas City Chiefs, and Las Vegas Raiders should look to sign the recently released veteran.

Detroit cut ties with Taylor Decker this offseason, and though right tackle is solidified with Penei Sewell, the Lions could look to move Sewell to the left side and sign Conklin to be the right tackle.

Kansas City also has a need at tackle, and Conklin could be a cheap veteran option to protect quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

Las Vegas should load up on experienced offensive linemen with quarterback Fernando Mendoza set to join the squad as the top pick in April's draft. Conklin would be a massive upgrade at right tackle over DJ Glaze.

Conklin's injury history could scare teams away in free agency, but he can still be a contributing and effective piece on an offensive line, so the Lions, Chiefs, and Raiders should pursue him.

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