Browns Place Second-Round Tender on Safety Ronnie Hickman

The Cleveland Browns have placed a second-round restricted free agent tender on safety Ronnie Hickman, worth $5.8 million for the 2026 season. Hickman, an undrafted free agent, started all 17 games last season, recording 103 tackles, seven passes defended, and two interceptions. The tender provides a significant raise over his career earnings, though negotiations for a long-term deal remain possible as the team navigates defensive changes under new coaching.