NFL Rumors: 3 Landing Spots For David Njoku

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku celebrates during 2025 game.

David Njoku free agency is officially on after the longtime Cleveland Browns tight end posted a goodbye message and made it clear he is ready for a new home. 

Njoku will hit the market at 29, and even with an injury-impacted 2025, he still brings rare size, speed, and tackle-breaking ability for the position. 

He has real production in his career too, with multiple 600-yard seasons before last year and a three-year run from 2022 through 2024 where he consistently cleared the 58 catch, 505 yard range with at least four touchdowns each season.

Atlanta Falcons

The Atlanta Falcons make a ton of sense if Kyle Pitts walks, because Njoku can step right into a high-volume seam role and give Michael Penix Jr. a big-bodied target who can create after the catch. 

There is also a familiarity angle here, with Kevin Stefanski tied to Njoku from their Cleveland time together, which makes a difference when a player is trying to reboot his value fast. If Atlanta wants a tight end who can be a real passing game piece without needing to live in the slot, Njoku checks that box. 

Washington Commanders

The Washington Commanders have a need for a reliable pass-catching tight end after Zach Ertz went down late in the year, and the in house options have not separated as true receiving threats. 

Njoku would give Washington a middle-of-the-field weapon who can win on option routes, sit in soft spots, and turn short throws into chunk gains. For a team trying to stabilize its offense and protect its quarterback with quick answers, that role is tailor-made. 

New York Giants

The New York Giants are quietly one tight end away from rounding out a young supporting cast, but right now the position is thin, and there is room for a legit athletic starter. 

Njoku would help open the seams for Jaxson Dart and add a red zone body who can win through contact, which is valuable when defenses tilt coverage toward Malik Nabers. If New York wants a veteran who can add explosive plays without needing perfect conditions, Njoku is one of the better bets in this free agent group.

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