Browns Add Veteran Burton for Ground Game

0:00On April 29, Cleveland Browns just added some veteran grit to their roster, signing full-back Michael Burton right after the NFL draft. This guy is entering his 12th season, a Super Bowl champion from his time with the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl 57. At 6ft tall and 247 pounds, he's a Rutgers product originally drafted in the 5th round by the Detroit Lions back in 20. 15. Burton has bounced around the league, suiting up for Detroit, Chicago, Washington, New Orleans, Kansas City, and most recently, Denver. Over his career, he's played in 147 games, showing up reliable every time. What stands out is his bread and butter roll as a lead blocker and special team's ace. Nearing 35, he's not chasing headlines, but teams keep calling because he locks in on the details that win games. Fans see it as a smart, low-key move to steady the ground game. Last season with the Broncos, he played all 17 games, piling up modestyats like 42 carries for 79 yards and 2 scores.

1:04Plus, 31 catches for 196 yards and 2 more touchdowns. No flash, just results. Now, rookie runner Quinchin Judkins, who rushed for 827 yards and 7 touchdowns in his first year, gets that blocking wall. Up front. Burton slides right in to pave the way, keeping Cleveland's offense rolling strong.