Michigan DT Mason Graham 2025 NFL Draft Profile

Mason Graham, defensive tackle 6-3, 306 pounds 21 years old (10/27/2023) Michigan  YEARTOTAL TACKLESTFLsSACKS20222732.52023368320243063.5CAREER TOTALS93179Mason Graham career statistics Pros: Core strength/power In terms of pure power, you won’t many stronger in the class than Graham. He is almost impossible to move at the point of attack, having both hand violence and an incredible anchor. Short […]

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Minnesota quarterback Max Brosmer throws quickly as Michigan defensive lineman Mason Graham comes after him during first-half action between Michigan and Minnesota at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024.
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Mason Graham, defensive tackle

6-3, 306 pounds

21 years old (10/27/2023)

Michigan 

YEARTOTAL TACKLESTFLsSACKS

2022

27

3

2.5

2023

36

8

3

2024

30

6

3.5

CAREER TOTALS

93

17

9

Mason Graham career statistics

Pros:

  • Core strength/power
    In terms of pure power, you won’t many stronger in the class than Graham. He is almost impossible to move at the point of attack, having both hand violence and an incredible anchor.
  • Short area quickness
    For a denser defensive tackle, Graham has some surprising initial quickness. He has the first step and hip fluidity to quickly penetrate gaps, and create chaos.
  • Linear explosiveness
    There are plays where Graham is lined up front wide alignments, and can still make some unreal plays in pursuit. He is an explosive athlete with impressive closing speed for his size. That combination allows for some alignment versatility.

Cons:

    • Pass rush plan
      Outside of an arm over, or bull rush, Graham doesn’t have a deep pass rush arsenal. He relies more on raw power to push the pocket, and could use some refinement getting after the passer.
    • Bad weight on frame
      There is some bad weight on Graham around his core, which can affect his change of direction skills. Trimming down his midsection would help him to more consistently finish plays, and to be in better condition.
    • Effort playing in pursuit
      It isn’t a major issue, but there are some plays where it doesn’t appear like Graham’s motor is running hot in pursuit. Playing with more consistent effort will allow him to make more plays ranging to the sideline. 

Player Evaluation:

From a defensive perspective, there is no system that Graham can’t thrive in. While not the longest player of all time, his foot quickness and closing speed allows him to play from wider alignments at times. His raw power always him to also play more condensed, and work consistently at the point of attack. 

Graham would be best served as a versatile three technique in a four-man front, utilizing his penetration upside. There aren’t many easier evaluations in the 2025 NFL Draft class than Graham. He has a future Pro Bowler written all over him. 

Player Comparison:

Kyle Williams (retired) 
Scheme versatile interior defensive lineman with enough power to do the dirty work, and enough athleticism to create consistent penetration. 

A to Z Rankings:

A to Z Big Board Ranking: #2 overall, #1 defensive tackle

A to Z Draft Grade: 9.77

Draft projection: Top 10 selection 

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