Devin Bush Jr., born on July 18, 1998, in Pembroke Pines, Florida, is an American professional football linebacker currently playing for the Cleveland Browns in the National Football League (NFL). He is the son of Devin Bush Sr., who also played in the NFL as a safety.
College Career: Bush played college football for the Michigan Wolverines from 2016 to 2018. In his final season, he was honored as the Big Ten Conference Defensive Player of the Year.
Professional Career:
- Pittsburgh Steelers (2019–2022): Bush was selected by the Steelers as the 10th overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft. He made an immediate impact, recording 109 tackles, one sack, two interceptions, and a forced fumble in his rookie season. However, his 2020 season was cut short due to a torn ACL.
- Seattle Seahawks (2023): In March 2023, Bush signed a one-year contract with the Seahawks. He appeared in 13 games, primarily contributing on special teams and as a backup linebacker.
- Cleveland Browns (2024–Present): Bush joined the Browns in March 2024 on a one-year deal. He re-signed with Cleveland in March 2025 for another one-year contract, reportedly worth $3.25 million.
Recent Developments: On March 12, 2025, the Browns bolstered their defense by adding EDGE rusher Joe Tryon-Shoyinka and re-signing Bush. Additionally, the NFL awarded the Browns two compensatory picks for the upcoming 2025 draft, increasing their total to ten selections.