Mohamoud Diabate

Career StatsD-

Year	Team	GP	Tkl	Sacks	INT
Career		46	127	—	—
2025		17	49	0.0	0
2024		13	70	0.0	0
2023		16

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Browns secured an absolute steal with Mohamoud Diabate's three-year, $2.7M extension, earning an A CVI that reflects exceptional value for a developing linebacker. At just $900K annually with minimal guaranteed money ($300K), Cleveland is paying depth piece rates for a player who has steadily carved out a meaningful role in their defensive system. Diabate's age curve works heavily in the Browns' favor here — he's entering his prime years as a linebacker while locked into what amounts to veteran minimum territory, creating massive upside potential if his trajectory continues upward. The contract structure is virtually risk-free for Cleveland, with the minimal guarantees allowing them flexibility while the modest AAV means even if Diabate plateaus as a rotational piece, they're not overpaying for that production level. This deal exemplifies smart roster building — identifying young talent before they break out and securing them at a fraction of what they'll likely be worth on the open market, giving the Browns either a bargain contributor or valuable trade asset moving forward.

Performance Analysis

Mohamoud Diabate earns a D- grade as a young linebacker developing with the Browns. Cleveland's defense has been competitive, and Diabate is working to earn a spot in the linebacking rotation. His athletic profile — speed and range — fits the modern linebacker mold, but the instincts and coverage ability need significant refinement. The Browns' coaching staff is developing him as a long-term project, which is appropriate for a player at his stage. His grade reflects the gap between physical potential and current production.

Fan Sentiment

A low-risk depth add that carries minimal expectation but also minimal downside for Tennessee. Five headlines covered the move, mostly noting his UDFA background and Cleveland departure. The key signal is his UDFA status and three unremarkable seasons with the Browns depth chart. Fans are mildly intrigued given his Alabama high school roots, but expectations remain appropriately tempered. Diabate projects as a camp body competing for a roster spot, unlikely to crack the 53-man roster.