Amari Kight

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Seahawks secured an absolute steal with Amari Kight's two-year, $1.8M deal, earning an A+ CVI that represents exceptional value in today's inflated offensive line market. At just $900K annually, Seattle is paying rotational player money for a tackle who can provide legitimate depth and spot-starting capability — a bargain when replacement-level offensive linemen routinely command $2-3M per year. The modest two-year commitment also eliminates long-term risk while giving the Seahawks flexibility to evaluate Kight's development within their system. This contract structure is particularly shrewd given the premium teams typically pay for offensive line depth, with Seattle getting a proven rotational piece at a fraction of market rate. The deal exemplifies smart roster building, allowing the Seahawks to allocate resources elsewhere while maintaining quality depth at one of the most expensive position groups in the NFL.

Contracts in the Same Value Band

Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the A band — a quick read on where Amari's contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance Analysis

Amari Kight grades at a D for the Seahawks at offensive tackle, reflecting a developmental lineman who is not yet ready to handle full-time NFL reps. Kight has the physical frame that scouts love — the height and length are legitimate — but his technique and footwork are still catching up to his body. When he has been asked to protect the quarterback, speed rushers have given him problems. Seattle has been patient with their young linemen, but Kight needs to show tangible improvement in pass protection to earn a real role. The tools are there, but the finished product is not.

How Amari Compares at the Position

Amari Kight ranks 51st of 185 graded offensive tackles by performance. That slots Amari between Easton Kilty (D+) just ahead and Caedan Wallace (D) just behind.

Current Sentiment

Amari Kight sits in solid starter territory with a B-grade sentiment, riding the wave of an incredible Cinderella story that saw him contribute to Seattle's Super Bowl championship in his first NFL season. The former Alabama lineman has captured media attention not for elite play, but for the compelling narrative of a practice squad call-up who helped deliver a title to the Pacific Northwest. However, his frequent injured reserve placements and absence from Super Bowl LX despite the team's championship run have tempered expectations about his durability and immediate impact. Beat writers frame Kight as a depth piece rather than a cornerstone at his modest $0.9M salary, with the Seahawks clearly viewing him as rotational insurance rather than a franchise building block. The fairy-tale championship storyline provides meaningful protection against injury concerns, but his B-grade reflects the reality that Seattle sees him as a solid contributor rather than a featured starter. Moving forward, Kight's perception hinges on proving he can stay healthy and carve out a consistent role beyond his championship moment.