Here are five key points you should be aware of regarding the newest addition to the Browns wide receiver corps, Elijah Moore.

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Elijah Moore brings an impressive amount of speed to the Browns' offense, which was a major priority for the team during the offseason. 

On Wednesday, the Browns announced a trade with the Jets to acquire Elijah Moore, a promising young wide receiver with exceptional speed. As Browns fans get ready to welcome Moore to the team, here are five key things to know about the newest addition to Cleveland's receiving corps:

1.He's young, talented and fast.

According to sources, Moore is turning 23 years old on Monday, and he is set to begin his third season in the NFL. In his first two seasons, he has displayed glimpses of excellence and potential to become a top wide receiver. To date, Moore has caught 80 passes on 142 targets, amassing 984 yards and six touchdowns. Notably, he had an impressive rookie season, where he recorded 43 receptions for 538 yards and five touchdowns in just 11 games.

One of Moore's standout qualities is his speed, which is arguably his greatest asset. During his pro day with Ole Miss in 2021, he ran the 40-yard dash in an impressive 4.35 seconds, ultimately leading him to be the 34th overall pick by the Jets. In addition to his speed, he also has reliable hands and has only recorded three drops in his first two seasons.

2.Heated up as a rookie.

According to sources, Moore hit his stride towards the end of his rookie season, where he demonstrated remarkable performance by achieving 459 receiving yards and five touchdowns in just six games. Impressively, he managed to record at least 60 receiving yards in four of those games and achieved a staggering 141-yard performance in Week 11. Sadly, his season ended abruptly after Week 12 due to a quad injury, and he struggled to replicate those numbers in his second season due to receiving fewer targets.

However, the Browns organization is optimistic about Moore's potential to succeed in their offense, which has several talented playmakers and a skilled quarterback who can make precise throws at every level of the field. The Browns believe they can help revive Moore's previous success and enable him to reach new heights.

3.Slot versatility.

Sources reveal that Moore has ample experience playing in the slot position and is expected to become the Browns' primary slot option. In fact, out of his 843 career passing snaps, he has played 348 of them in the slot position. He was also notably productive while playing from the inside during his college years at Ole Miss. During his rookie season, the Jets utilized him in both an outside and slot receiver role, and he played 255 of 514 passing snaps (49 percent) in the slot position.

Furthermore, Moore's physical attributes make him well-suited for the slot receiver position, as he stands at 5-foot-10 and weighs 178 pounds, fitting the usual build of a slot receiver that is known for their agility and speed.

4.College standout.

According to credible sources, Moore was an exceptional college football player, particularly during his junior year when he achieved a program record of 86 catches for 1,193 yards and eight touchdowns in just eight games. His remarkable performance earned him recognition as a first-team All-SEC player and a consensus first-team All-American selection.

Overall, Moore finished his college career with 2,441 receiving yards and 16 touchdowns, making him one of the most sought-after receivers in the 2021 draft. In fact, he was ranked sixth-best receiver in the draft class by The Athletic's Dane Brugler in his annual edition of “The Beast,” and fourth-best receiver and 26th best overall prospect by NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah.

5.Completes top offensive need.

According to reports, the Browns' primary objective during the offseason was to acquire a swift and agile wide receiver who could not only generate more opportunities for QB Deshaun Watson to throw deep but also create more space for other key players, such as WRs Amari Cooper, Donovan Peoples-Jones, and TE David Njoku, by extending the defense.