During the 2020 NFL season, the Cleveland Browns finally showed that they are back to being contenders in the AFC. After years of struggling to take the next step, Baker Mayfield and company were able to get over the hump and into the playoffs. Now, with the 2021 NFL Draft right around the corner, they can continue to add young talent to their roster and continue building in the right direction.

Cleveland compiled an 11-5 record last season and ended up making the playoffs. In the Wild Card round, they upset their AFC North division rivals in the Pittsburgh Steelers on the road by a final score of 48-37. They then were bumped out of the playoffs by the Kansas City Chiefs.

Things are looking up for the Browns and the sky is the limit for the future. Continuing to add young talent is a must for this franchise. Thankfully, they are being run by management that is finally capable of making the right decisions.

As things currently stand, the Browns are scheduled to make their first pick at No. 26 overall. Following that pick, they will be on the clock with the No. 59 overall pick in the second round. Both of those selections are going to be very important for Cleveland.

Looking specifically at the team's second-round pick, there are quite a few players that the Browns could target. Being able to bring in a starting-caliber player with that selection will be important.

All of that being said, let's take a look at three potentially perfect options for the Browns with the No. 59 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft.

3. Alim McNeill, Defensive Tackle, N.C. State

One route the Browns could choose to go with this selection would be improving the interior of their defensive line. Whether they target that area of their defense in the first or second round, they need to make sure to bring in an impact player. Alim McNeill would make a lot of sense if they don't bring in a defensive lineman at No. 26.

McNeill stands in at 6-foot-2 and 320 pounds and has the potential to become an elite run-stuffer in the middle. He put together a very good three-year college career at N.C. State, recording 77 total tackles, 10 sacks, two forced fumbles, an interception, a defensive touchdown, and five defended passes.

Cleveland may not have the chance to take McNeill with this pick, as he could end up being gone already. However, if he is on the board, they should strongly consider taking him.

2. Tyson Campbell, Cornerback, Georgia

Next up, the Browns could also look to improve their secondary in the second round of the NFL Draft. Tyson Campbell is a name that is being projected to be taken around this pick. The Browns should have their eyes on him already.

Campbell is a raw talent that did not put up huge numbers during his college career with the Bulldogs. He only intercepted one pass and defended nine total passes. But, if the Browns can develop him, he has the physical ability to be a special talent.

Another option the Browns could look at if they choose to go with a cornerback here would be UCF's Aaron Robinson. They could also target Washington cornerback Elijah Molden. Campbell may not end up being their choice, but a cornerback would make sense with this selection.

1. Baron Browning, Linebacker, Ohio State

Finally, the Browns could consider trying to improve their linebacker unit. Sticking with an in-state prospect in Ohio State's Baron Browning could be a route the franchise chooses to go. Browning would be a quality pick and compete for a starting job right off the jump in his NFL career.

There are some concerns about Browning's athleticism and ability to make plays across the field. Despite those concerns, he has a high motor, is a strong player, and is a hard worker and wants to learn. He racked up 102 total tackles, six sacks, two forced fumbles, and three defended passes during his four-year career with the Buckeyes.

Just like with Campbell, the Browns would need to develop Browning. He has the skill level to be an immediate impact player, but there is always a chance that he could end up never becoming an above-average starter. This would be a risky pick, but one that could pay off if their development team can work well with the young linebacker.