CLE Zion Johnson
NFL offensive lineman. Position: OG (Left Guard). Team: Cleveland Browns.
Quick Facts
- Position: Left Guard (OG)
- Team: CLE (Cleveland Browns)
- Notable: Replacing Joel Bitonio at left guard
2026 Outlook
Johnson is the new starter at left guard for the Browns' completely rebuilt offensive line, taking over Joel Bitonio's vacated spot. The team added five new starters up front heading into the 2026 season. In training camp, Johnson acknowledged the growing pains of installation and procedural work, noting: "when you start going faster and you put the pads on, you start focusing on things that don't need your focus." Despite early-camp adjustment challenges, Johnson expressed confidence in the offensive line's potential, stating the group "has the potential to be something very special." The offensive line faces significant scrutiny given the Browns' persistent problems protecting their QBs (Shedeur Sanders was sacked 23 times in 7 games in 2025), making Johnson's development and consistency critical to either QB's success in 2026 (per Cleveland Browns News and Rumors 8/9/26: Personnel Groupings and Other Ghost Stories).
Role / Depth Chart
Starting left guard for Cleveland Browns. Part of completely rebuilt five-starter offensive line.
Injury Status
Healthy.
Recent News
- 2026-08-09 — New offensive line facing growing pains in training camp (Cleveland Browns News and Rumors 8/9/26: Personnel Groupings and Other Ghost Stories)