The Cleveland Browns know how to keep the players happy. Just this year, they turned Myles Garrett into the highest-paid non-QB player! And its worked wonders. He's leading the league in sacks and even broken a few records. But who are the other top paid players in the Cleveland Browns roster? There's one player who hasn't taken part in a single game this season. Let's dive into it.

10. Grant Delpit

Grant Delpit carries a $5.93 million cap this season. In 10 games, he has contributed 27 solo tackles, 21 assists, 1 sack, 2 fumble recoveries, and 1 interception. Last Sunday, Delpit added 3 solo tackles, 1 assist, and 1 fumble recovery.

9. Mason Graham

Mason Graham’s 2025 cap hit comes in at $7.43 million which lines up with him being the fifth overall pick. So far, he’s put up 22 total tackles, 0.5 sacks, and 3 passes defensed, numbers that match what Cleveland committed to financially. In Week 11 against Baltimore, he added two solo tackles and a tackle for loss.

Having won the national title in the 2023 season with the Michigan Wolverines, fans have higher expectations out of Graham.

8. Ethan Pocic

Ethan Pocic carries a $7.764 million cap for the 2025 season, setting the financial backdrop for his role as the Browns’ starting center. While he did have a knee injury going into the pre-season, the Cleveland Browns' offensive line struggles are clear, and Pocic needs to step up.

7. Jerry Jeudy

Jerry Jeudy’s $7.975 million cap hit in 2025 places clear pressure on his production for the Browns. So far this season, he has posted 31 receptions for 356 yards and 1 touchdown, averaging 11.5 yards per catch. Also, in Week 11 against the Ravens, he recorded three receptions for 21 yards on seven targets, without finding the end zone. Jeudy faces stiff competition from Cedric Tillman, who has two touchdowns this season.

6. David Njoku

In the 2025 season, Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku carries a significant $11.436 million salary cap hit, stemming from the four-year, $54.75 million contract he signed in 2022. Against the Baltimore Ravens last weekend, Njoku managed just one reception for seven yards on two targets, ending his two-game touchdown streak. While Njoku is managing a knee injury, he needs to find the endzone more regularly since it's his last season before his contract expires in 2026.

5. Joel Bitonio

Joel Bitonio’s $11.93 million cap hit in 2025 places him among the Browns’ top earners, yet his season has been solid rather than standout, as he’s allowed zero sacks and committed no penalties over 671 snaps. Also, in Week 11 against the Ravens he gave up one pressure, with the Browns now hoping he delivers a stronger performance in Week 12 to match the value of his contract.

4. Wyatt Teller

Wyatt Teller carries a $14.175 million cap hit in 2025. With his current contract expiring in 2026, the Browns are expected to extend Teller's contract, considering the current state of their offensive line. There might be a bidding war if Teller becomes a free agent. As for the stats, through 10 starts, he played 673 offensive snaps, ranking 9th among 80 guards. His season includes 35 penalty yards, 4 penalties ranked 60th, and 3 sacks allowed.

3. Denzel Ward

Denzel Ward enters 2025 with a $14.78 million cap. Interestingly, earlier in the season, the Browns restructured his $13.5 million base salary into a bonus, opening up roughly $17 million in cap room. Through the 2025 regular season, he’s totaled 25 solo tackles and 1 interception. Moreover, in Week 11 vs. Baltimore, the Browns lost 23–16, with Ward contributing 5 tackles (4 solo) and 1 pass defended.

2. Myles Garrett

Despite exit rumors and Garrett asking for a trade earlier in the year, the defensive end signed a contract that lasts until 2030. This year, he's capped at $21.92 million. However, he's made every dollar count since he leads the league with 15 sacks and 29 solo tackles this season. Additionally, in the Week 11 loss against Baltimore, Garrett made 4 sacks and 5 tackles, proving just how important he is to the Browns' defense.

1. Deshaun Watson

$35.972 million cap hit comes from his guaranteed contract and restructures. He makes up 11% of the Browns' yearly budget. However, Deshaun Watson remains out after a re-torn Achilles in October 2024, with his 2025 status still uncertain. Despite this, the Browns may open his 21-day practice window in Week 12, but he likely cannot return before Week 16. With no playoff position and a contract that is difficult to move, Cleveland is expected to keep Watson through 2026.

Written by

Mohd Mudabbir Ansari

Edited by

Siddharth Shirwadkar