For months now, there have been rumors about the Cleveland Browns taking a wide receiver at No.6 in the NFL draft. And although Carnell Tate has been attached to the Browns, they may end up taking a look at wide receivers in later rounds as well.
Analyst Lance Reisland recommended that the Browns take a serious look at UConn WR Skyler Bell.
Reisland noted his quick speed and his instincts, despite the fact that he doesn’t have the biggest body.
“Explosive, twitchy, easy separator. A true ‘touch guy’ who wins underneath, creates space, and turns short throws into explosives. 4.40 speed shows up on tape. Not a big body, but sudden, instinctive, and knows how to uncover,” Reisland posted on X.
Explosive, twitchy, easy separator. A true “touch guy” who wins underneath, creates space, and turns short throws into explosives. 4.40 speed shows up on tape. Not a big body, but sudden, instinctive, and knows how to uncover. #Browns pic.twitter.com/rVvNOMvFiu
— Lance Reisland (Coach Riz) (@LanceReisland) March 31, 2026
Even if they don’t take one at No.6, it’s likely that the Browns will take a wide receiver at some point during the draft, even in the later rounds.
Bell immediately began to make noise for UConn after transferring from Wisconsin. He caught 50 passes for 860 yards and five touchdowns in 2024. He followed that up in 2025 with 101 receptions for 1,278 yards and 13 touchdowns.
Skyler Bell (6’0 192) U Conn
+ Quick to separate
+ Yards after catch ability
+ Highly productive with over 1200 receiving yards and 13 touchdowns during the 2025 season
+ 3.13 yards per route ran in 2025
+ Toughness over the middle
+ Smooth route runner
+ 65% on contested catch… pic.twitter.com/uKLQiMQM8n— Bengals & Brews (@BengalsBrews) March 3, 2026
Most estimates place Bell at around 192 pounds, which suggests he may need to add strength if he wants to consistently compete at the next level. Even if he is drafted, there is a realistic chance his role will be limited early in his rookie season, meaning it could take time before fans see him make a meaningful impact.
That said, selecting a young receiver like Bell could still benefit the team long term. He would add depth to the position group and provide another option in the rotation, helping keep the offense fresh throughout games.
Bell may not be Cleveland’s top target, or even the first wide receiver they select, but he represents the kind of developmental prospect that can grow into a contributor over time.
Reisland has taken notice of Bell’s potential. The question now is whether the Browns’ front office will view him the same way as the draft approaches.
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