First-Round Pick Mason Graham Signs Rookie Contract with Browns
- Defensive tackle Mason Graham signed a fully guaranteed four-year rookie contract with the Cleveland Browns on Tuesday in Berea, Ohio.
- The Browns traded down three spots from the second overall pick to select Graham fifth overall in the 2025 NFL Draft.
- Graham was an AP first-team All-American who recorded 45 tackles, seven sacks, and earned defensive MVP honors during Michigan's 2023 national championship season.
- The contract includes a $26.3 million signing bonus and is reportedly worth $40.8 million, as confirmed by Graham’s agent Ryan Matha.
- Graham and the Browns anticipate his quickness and power will strengthen their defense, fulfilling the team's mandate to get bigger, faster, and stronger.
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Browns Make 4-Word Announcement on Top Pick Mason Graham
The Cleveland Browns announced on Tuesday that first-round pick Mason Graham has signed his rookie deal with the team.The Browns selected Graham No. 5 overall, bringing in the Michigan defensive tackle to bolster the middle of their line. The Browns initially held the No. 2 overall pick but pulled off a blockbuster trade with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Cleveland moved back just three spots but gained a first-round pick in next year’s draft in the…

First-round pick Mason Graham signs rookie contract with Browns
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Mason Graham signed his rookie contract on Tuesday.
Browns sign No. 5 overall pick Mason Graham to his 4-year contract today
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Browns No. 5 overall pick Mason Graham, the defensive tackle out of Michigan, kicked off organized team activities on Tuesday with a bang by signing his massive rookie contract.
Browns fans have big concern about team's 1st-round pick
May 9, 2025; Berea, OH, USA; Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Mason Graham (94) walks off the field after rookie minicamp at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images Cleveland Browns fans are starting to get a little bit concerned about first-round pick Mason Graham. The Browns selected Graham fifth overall in April’s NFL Draft, but there have been some concerning signs from the defensive lineman. The Browns posted…
Browns Lock In Mason Graham With \$40.8 Million Deal After Draft Day Trade - Sports Al Dente
Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Mason Graham signed his rookie contract on Tuesday, officially beginning his NFL career. The deal spans four years and is reportedly valued at \$40.8 million, including a substantial \$26.3 million signing bonus. This solidifies Graham’s status as a key investment for the team moving forward. Graham was selected fifth overall in the NFL Draft after the Browns traded down from the second overall pick. Cleveland n…
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