Tight end David Njoku has announced that he will enter free agency, ending his tenure with the Cleveland Browns, according to Daniel Oyefusi. Njoku shared on social media that he is ready to find a new team moving forward.
Career Beginnings and Contract History with the Browns
Selected by the Browns in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft out of the University of Miami, Njoku initially signed a four-year contract worth $9.5 million. The Browns exercised his fifth-year option for the 2021 season, guaranteeing him approximately $6 million. When he was due to become an unrestricted free agent in 2022, the Browns placed the franchise tag on him to retain his rights.
Extension and Recent Performance
Following the franchise tag, Cleveland secured Njoku with a four-year, $56.75 million contract extension. During the 2025 season, Njoku participated in 12 games, starting 11, and recorded 33 receptions for 293 yards along with four touchdowns. His contributions solidified him as a key part of the Browns’ offense.
Next Steps and Outlook
As Njoku explores opportunities in free agency, teams around the NFL will evaluate his potential impact. His decision to enter the market marks a significant moment for his career and for the Browns, who will look to adjust their roster without their former first-round pick. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see where Njoku lands and how his experience with Cleveland shapes his future in the league.
“The time for me to find a new home has come,” David Njoku, Browns Tight End
Impending free agent David Njoku writes in an Instagram post that “the time for me to find a new home has come.”
Njoku’s contract is set to void on March 12, one day after the new league year begins. Njoku, who has played the entirety of his career in Cleveland, previously… pic.twitter.com/njkDc7yPzB
— Daniel Oyefusi (@DanielOyefusi) February 10, 2026
