These are the 3 biggest "What Ifs..." for the Cleveland Browns' defense in 2026...

The Cleveland Browns' defense enters 2026 with three massive "what ifs" that could determine just how good this unit becomes under new defensive coordinator Mike Rutenberg. What if Jared Verse proves capable of becoming Cleveland's next dominant edge presence after arriving in the Myles Garrett trade? What if Carson Schwesinger takes another major step after an impressive rookie season and establishes himself as the centerpiece of the linebacker room? And what if rookie safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren makes an immediate impact in a secondary that needs young playmakers? If those three things break Cleveland's way, how high could the ceiling be for this new-look Browns defense? Subscribe and ring the bell for the latest talk about the Cleveland Browns, Cleveland Guardians, Cleveland Cavaliers and Ohio State Buckeyes: https://bit.ly/ucss_subscribe Follow on Twitter:   / ultclesports   Watch live on YouTube 11 a.m.-1 p.m. weekdays on YouTube and WKYC+ on your Roku and Fire TV apps! The Ultimate Cleveland Sports Show is your daily source of the best conversation about the Cleveland Browns, Cleveland Guardians, Cleveland Cavaliers and Ohio State Buckeyes, as well as sports throughout Northeast Ohio. Produced by Mike Lucas, Anthony Antonelli, and Earl Mauldin. Hosted by Jay Crawford, Adam the Bull, G Bush, Jason Lloyd, and Tyvis Powell.