Andre James

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

This signing grades out as a slight overpay for the Free Agent — the team is getting approximately what they're paying for in on-field production. Andre's on-field performance ranks in the middle of the pack among NFL Cs, grading him as a serviceable starter at the position. His $1.3M average annual value ranks as minimum-level money for the C market. The production lines up closely with the price tag — serviceable starter production at minimum-level money, which is essentially paying fair market value. Andre is squarely in his prime, which adds to the deal's upside — the team should get multiple productive seasons out of this contract. The 1-year, $1.3M deal keeps the commitment short, giving the team financial flexibility to move on if performance drops.

Contracts in the Same Value Band

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

Performance Analysis

Andre James is a seven-year veteran center who has appeared in 29 NFL games across his career, a durability profile that raises immediate concerns about his reliability as a long-term lineup fixture. Selected in the 2017 draft, James has been unable to consistently stay on the field throughout his tenure, and that limited availability has prevented him from establishing himself as a dependable anchor in any offensive line. The Las Vegas Raiders gave him opportunities to prove himself in a starting role, but the combination of injuries and inconsistent performance resulted in what evaluators would grade as a below-average body of work when considering both his assignments and execution at the position. For a center—a position that demands consistency, communication, and iron-man durability to maximize offensive efficiency—29 games over seven seasons falls well short of the threshold needed to develop true mastery of snap mechanics, run-blocking schemes, and quarterback protection. At 29 years old and now in free agency, James finds himself competing for depth roles and backup opportunities rather than competing for a starting job. Moving forward, his path to relevance likely depends on landing with an organization willing to develop him in a limited capacity while addressing his injury history through workload management. Without a clear trajectory toward regular-season prominence, James represents the kind of veteran journeyman whose next chapter will be defined more by organizational need than by his on-field trajectory.

How Andre Compares at the Position

Andre James ranks 23rd of 72 graded centers by performance. That slots Andre between Michael Deiter (C+) just ahead and Kendrick Green (C) just behind.

Fan Sentiment

Titans add veteran center depth in a solid but unremarkable move. Multiple outlets frame this as competition boost, suggesting James isn't an immediate starter. James brings NFL experience but comes after previous team changes indicate decline. Fans view this as pragmatic roster flexibility rather than exciting reinforcement. Tennessee likely seeks competition before committing long-term to their center position.