The Denver Broncos have officially signed their "Mr. Irrelevant" — rookie linebacker Red Murdock — to a four-year rookie contract, making him the first member of the team's 2025 draft class to put pen to paper. According to insiders, the deal is worth $4.503 million and includes a $122,000 signing bonus.

With the Broncos' rookie minicamp kicking off this weekend, fans can expect the rest of the draft picks to finalize their contracts in the coming days. But for now, all eyes are on Murdock, a hard-hitting 6-foot-2, 233-pound linebacker out of Buffalo who brings a relentless, physical style to the field.

Murdock made a name for himself in college as a turnover-forcing machine. Over three seasons, he racked up an eye-popping 17 forced fumbles and was a tackling powerhouse. His ability to find the ball and create chaos is what caught the attention of scouts and the Broncos' front office alike.

Draft analyst Dane Brugler of The Athletic gave Murdock a fourth-to-fifth-round grade and ranked him as the 12th-best linebacker in this year's class. "Murdock is a magnet to the football," Brugler noted. "He plays with a physicality that will get the job done at the next level." While his instincts are still developing, Murdock drives through traffic with a determined, attacking mindset and finishes tackles with explosive power. He may not be the most polished in space or coverage, but his downhill aggression and competitive toughness make him a dangerous weapon in the run game.

For Broncos fans, Murdock's signing is a reminder that even the last pick in the draft — affectionately dubbed "Mr. Irrelevant" — can bring serious value and intensity to the roster. If his college tape is any indication, this rookie is ready to lay the wood and make some noise in Denver.