The Cleveland Browns face a challenging offseason, burdened by financial constraints and the need to optimize their salary cap. Following Myles Garrett's lucrative contract extension, the team is contemplating a strategic move by designating defensive tackle Dalvin Tomlinson as a post-June 1 cut, which would free up $6.4 million in cap space. With two years remaining on his deal, Tomlinson’s current cap hits are significant, and releasing him now could allow the Browns to redirect funds towards younger talent, potentially through the upcoming NFL Draft.

In his two seasons with the Browns, Tomlinson has recorded solid defensive stats, including 28 tackles and three sacks in his debut year, and 26 tackles with the same sack total in the following season. However, at 31, the Browns may see this as an opportunity to transition to a more youthful roster. The team is expected to focus on financial flexibility and seek to bolster its defensive line through the draft, while also weighing free agency options.