Topic: Roderick Johnson

The Houston Texans claimed tackle Roderick Johnson on waivers from the Cleveland Browns, the NFL's daily transaction report revealed on Wednesday.

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady responded to an ESPN Instagram post Sunday about speculation when he might retire by writing, "Cuarenta y cinco," which in Spanish is 45.

It was not entirely unexpected when the Cleveland Browns decided to cut quarterback Brock Osweiler and go with Cody Kessler and Kevin Hogan behind starter DeShone Kizer.

Here's a closer look at a player on each team who may be a surprise to many as the season plays out.

BEREA, Ohio -- The Cleveland Browns, already well-stocked for the 2018 draft, added a first-round pick next year belonging to the Texans when they traded down from 12 to 25. The Texans drafted quarterback Deshaun Watson. The Browns took safety Jabrill Peppers with the 25th pick.

Every team improved during the last three days, but when factoring in value and quality of player, several teams stand out as true winners of the 2017 NFL Draft that concluded Saturday.

The Carolina Panthers have eight picks in the NFL Draft, including No. 8 in the first round April 27 in Philadelphia.

Cowboys

The Philadelphia Eagles have eight picks in the NFL Draft, including No. 14 in the first round April 27 in Philadelphia.

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NFC South 2017: Top needs, NFL draft picks for all Atlanta Falcons, New Orleans Saints, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Carolina Panthers

New Orleans Saints breakdown: Free agency, draft shopping list

Carolina Panthers breakdown: Free agency, draft shopping list

The Cleveland Browns must decide which players to keep as they seek to improve upon their 1-15 record from last season.

NFC North 2017: Top needs, NFL draft picks for Minnesota Vikings, Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers