The Cleveland Browns have signed fullback Michael Burton, a 10-year NFL veteran and Super Bowl champion with the Kansas City Chiefs, following the NFL Draft. Burton has played in 147 career games and is entering his 12th season in the league.
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Every post-NFL draft roster move won’t move the needle, especially when a newly-signed contributor hasn’t endured the most decorated NFL career.
Still, it only takes one impactful season for a player to change his career for the better, making it worthwhile to report on signings many are unaware of. On Tuesday, the Cleveland Brownstook it upon themselves to sign an ex-Kansas Chiefs Super Bowl champion and 10-year veteran after the draft.
“The Cleveland Browns have signed fullback Michael Burton,” the franchise announced. “Burton (6-0, 247) is entering his 12th NFL season out of Rutgers. Originally selected by the Lions in the fifth round in 2025, Burton has appeared in 147 career games with Detroit (2015-16), Chicago (2017-18), Washington (2019), New Orleans (2020), Kansas City (2021-22), and Denver (2023-25).”
Michael Burton has played for the Detroit Lions, Chicago Bears, Washington, New Orleans Saints, Kansas City Chiefs, and Denver Broncos.
Burton has recorded 42 carries for 79 yards and two touchdowns, along with 31 receptions for 196 yards and two touchdowns in his career.
Michael Burton played a key role in the Chiefs' Super Bowl LVII victory, contributing as a fullback during the season.
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“Burton helped the Chiefs capture Super Bowl LVII. He has recorded 42 carries for 79 yards with two touchdowns and 31 receptions for 196 yards with two touchdowns. He appeared in all 17 games last season with the Broncos.”
Burton has carved out a respectable NFL career for himself thanks to his lead-blocking skills and effectiveness in the special teams realm. Although Burton is nearing 35 and far from a hot commodity, he continues to find work because of his commitment to playing his role to the best of his ability.
Quinshon Judkins, who recorded 827 rushing yards and seven touchdowns during his rookie season in Cleveland, will be the beneficiary of Burton’s reliable blocking skills moving forward.
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