Bam Martin-scott

Career StatsD-

Year	Team	GP	Tkl	Sacks	INT
Career		17	21	—	—
2025		17	21	0.0	0

Updated Jun 17, 2026

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

Bam Martin-Scott delivered the kind of production that earns a D+ Contract Value Index relative to the LB pay band. On the 2025 season, he logged 21 tackles across 17 games—a modest counting stat line that reflects his role as depth rather than a regular contributor—while his career résumé shows zero sacks and one forced fumble, the kind of minimal impact numbers that define fringe roster players. At $993K AAV on a three-year deal, the Panthers are paying depth-piece money, which is appropriate given his current standing; the contract itself carries no cap burden, but it also signals zero confidence that Martin-Scott will evolve into a productive starter. He's 25 years old in his rookie season, meaning the timeline for development exists, but his media profile—characterized by near-total obscurity and zero standout performance moments—suggests the organization views him as organizational filler rather than a prospect with real upside. The recent roster churn at linebacker (including the release of an OLB) indicates the Panthers are actively evaluating depth, and Martin-Scott will need to seize expanded snaps in 2026 to prove he merits retention beyond this cycle. Without evidence of growth or a path to meaningful playing time, this deal represents a low-risk, low-reward contract for a player treading water on the roster bubble.

Contracts in the Same Value Band

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

Performance Analysis

Bam Martin-Scott grades at a D- for the Panthers at linebacker, a young defender who has been used primarily as a special teams contributor. Martin-Scott has not earned meaningful defensive snaps in a Carolina linebacking corps that is itself in need of upgrades. His coverage skills are raw, and his ability to diagnose plays at NFL speed is a work in progress. The Panthers are in full rebuild mode, and Martin-Scott is on the fringes of a defense that is still figuring out its identity. He needs to show something this offseason to remain in the conversation for a roster spot.

How Bam Compares at the Position

Bam Martin-scott ranks 332nd of 338 graded linebackers by performance. That slots Bam between Jon Rhattigan (D-) just ahead and Jeffrey Bassa (D-) just behind.

Current Sentiment

Bam Martin-Scott represents the epitome of NFL anonymity, operating in complete media obscurity as a depth linebacker for the Carolina Panthers. His D-grade sentiment reflects harsh reality: zero career sacks, one forced fumble, and a modest $1.0M deal that screams "replaceable depth piece." The media coverage is virtually nonexistent, which tells you everything about his perceived value—when NFL reporters aren't even bothering to mention your name, you're fighting for basic roster survival. His public profile reads like a cautionary tale of fringe players who haven't seized their limited opportunities to make an impact. Without any positive momentum, standout metrics, or fan recognition, Martin-Scott enters 2026 as the type of below-average linebacker that teams cycle through annually. The Panthers clearly view him as organizational depth rather than a legitimate contributor, making him a prime candidate for roster turnover if younger talent emerges.