​Berea has been buzzing with praise for Browns first-round pick Spencer Fano since he was selected, with testimonials pouring in from across the organization—from front-office executives to players. Yet the strongest endorsement has come from someone who knows him perhaps better than anyone else in the building: his fellow rookie and, in a family-friendly twist, a brother as well.
“Man, Spence, he is the most athletic tackle I’ve ever seen,” said Logan Fano, Spencer’s older brother and a Browns defensive end, during rookie minicamp in May. “There are guys who are really strong but not that fast, and there are guys who are fast but a little light. Spence is a blend of everything. Good feet, good hands, he’s strong, and that makes it hard for guys like me—fast guys—to get around him. So I’ve got to find different ways to make it work.”
Logan, in addition to offering an honest assessment, is also the most informed voice inside the Browns’ circle about what they have in No. 9 overall pick Spencer Fano, a former University of Utah offensive tackle. The two brothers have a long personal history that has allowed them countless battles against one another. They joked during rookie minicamp that they’ve probably faced each other “more than 1,000 times” in their lives—a treasure trove of opportunities to gauge each other’s abilities.
“I was the gritty little brother growing up,” Spencer said at rookie minicamp. “So I’d have to go under the radar until I got another win, then another win, and another. There were definitely gaps between those wins, but those gaps aren’t there anymore.” Those gaps closed as they played together in high school and then as teammates at Utah, culminating in 2025 when the younger brother, with a big smile, emerged as one of the nation’s best offensive tackles.
That progress did not go unnoticed by Browns general manager Andrew Berry. When Fano was drafted, Berry highlighted the long arc of development he’d seen: how the run game is structured and how the pass protection works with Fano in the mix, and how his movement and mauling ability could be a valuable combination. Berry’s assessment went beyond the tape check; he spoke to Fano’s overall demeanor, noting that there’s a “kindness” about him off the field that belies the ferocity he brings to the game. “He’s nasty on the field,” Berry said on draft night—an observation that helps explain why the organization is excited about what the 6-foot-6, 315-pound tackle can become in Cleveland.
If the preseason is any indication, Fano’s smile and outgoing personality might be part of his charm off the field, but his on-field temperament and versatility are what will define his impact in the pros. He blends athleticism, power, and technique with a compelling work ethic rooted in years of familial rivalries and high-level practice battles. The Browns are hopeful that this blend translates into a sturdy anchor on the offensive line, capable of handling high-caliber pass rushers while contributing to a well-rounded, dynamic run game. In sum, the early praise—from Logan’s candid assessment to Berry’s measured optimism—gives a well-rounded picture of a rookie who has the tools, the mindset, and the pedigree to grow into a cornerstone for Cleveland’s offensive line.