Mason Graham is a highly regarded defensive tackle who played for the Michigan Wolverines before entering the 2025 NFL Draft. Standing 6'3" and weighing 296 pounds, Graham was a three-year starter and team captain at Michigan, starting 37 of 51 games over his collegiate career. In the 2024 season, he recorded 45 tackles, 7 tackles for loss, and 3.5 sacks. His performance earned him unanimous All-American honors and first-team All-Big Ten recognition. Notably, he was named the Rose Bowl Defensive MVP in 2024 after Michigan's victory over Alabama. Graham was also a finalist for the Outland Trophy, awarded to the nation's best interior lineman. His combination of size, strength, and technique made him one of the top defensive prospects in the 2025 draft class.
Following his standout college career, Graham was selected by the Cleveland Browns with the 5th overall pick in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Scouting reports highlight his elite size, strength, and explosiveness, noting his ability to disrupt the line of scrimmage and potential as a pass rusher. Analysts praise his relentless motor and versatility, as he is capable of playing multiple techniques along the defensive line. Despite being a top-five pick, Graham's selection was met with mixed reactions, with some analysts questioning the Browns' decision to trade up for him.
