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Dawgs By Nature fantasy football takes on Dylan Sampson
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All Dawgs By Nature insights about Dylan Sampson
PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026
Second-string running back with an important role in the Browns' backfield; positioned to see significant playing time in Week 1 and beyond.NegativeRoleSep 1, 2026
Sampson is listed as a running back who may benefit from fullback Michael Burton lining up in front of him in the backfield, depending on how Todd Monken uses the fullback in his offense.NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026
Sampson appears on both the 2025 and 2026 initial 53-man rosters, indicating roster continuity at RB despite the overall 'much improved' RB room verdict.PositiveRoleAug 19, 2026
Second-year RB Dylan Sampson is establishing himself as a pass-catching weapon for the Browns; he was third on the team with 33 receptions and recorded a team-long 66-yard reception, positioning him as a potential pass-game contributor in the backfield.NegativeRoleAug 18, 2026
Major weakness is pass-blocking ability; earned a Pro Football Focus pass-blocking grade of 23 last season, one of the lowest on the team. Head coach Todd Monken emphasized this as 'the biggest thing' holding Sampson back, noting the need to improve protection against blitzing linebackers and safeties off the edge before he can be fully trusted in the offense.PositiveRoleAug 18, 2026
Second-year RB with 33 receptions last season and a team-long 66-yard reception; flashed explosive receiving ability with a 43-yard catch-and-run in preseason against Chicago. Head coach Todd Monken views him as 'electric with the ball in his hands' and a potential tough matchup when lined up on linebackers, positioning him as a key target in the passing game and rotation player designed to function in space.NegativeRoleAug 15, 2026
Sampson was targeted on a screen pass that was dropped for 2 yards, and later had a 43-yard gain on a screen pass. He also had a third-down run that was just short, forcing a Watson sneak conversion on fourth down.PositiveRoleJul 22, 2026
2025 draft pick RB who has remained on the Browns roster and is part of the team's young core strategy; one of seven 2025 draft selections retained heading into the 2026 season.PositiveRoleJul 22, 2026
Highlighted as young offensive talent in ESPN's under-25 roster power rankings writeup; positioned as part of Cleveland's offensive core alongside Quinshon Judkins, Harold Fannin, KC Concepcion, Denzel Boston, and Spencer Fano as the Browns ranked 4th overall, up from 29th the prior year.