Colts RT Braden Smith a Free Agent, Browns Advised Caution Due to Health & Contract Demands

Indianapolis Colts right tackle Braden Smith, 29, is a free agent with 105 NFL starts. While a strong run blocker and good pass blocker (71.9 PFF grade, 1 sack allowed in 2025), he missed games in 2025 with a neck injury and considered retirement in 2024 due to religious scrupulosity. Teams, like the Browns, are advised caution on long-term, guaranteed deals, with a projected contract of two years, $32 million.