Florida offensive tackle drafted by the Browns in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft after a decorated final college season.
Austin Barber anchored Florida's offensive line as a multi-year starter before Cleveland selected him in 2026. At 6-foot-6 and 315 pounds, he brings prototypical size and a strong run-blocking profile to the Browns. He projects as a developmental tackle with starter upside.
Path to the league
Barber started all 12 games at left tackle for the Gators in 2025 and earned third-team All-SEC honors, part of a run of 25 consecutive starts across 2024 and 2025. Pro Football Focus graded him among the nation's top run blockers as a senior.
2026 draft
The Browns moved up to take Barber 86th overall in the third round, trading with the Chargers to land the pick. Cleveland added him as part of a broader offensive-line overhaul that also brought in Spencer Fano, Tytus Howard and Elgton Jenkins.
Sources
- Browns: 5 things to know about OT Austin Barber
- ESPN: Austin Barber player page
Player Profile
Background
- Position
- Offensive Tackle
- Group
- offense
- College
- Florida
- Hometown
- Jacksonville, FL, USA
- Age
- 23
- Status
- active
