Ben Stille

Career StatsD

Year	Team	GP	Sacks	Tkl	TFL
Career		18	2.0	17	1.5
2025		3	0.0	3	0
2024		6	1.0	4	1
2023		5

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Falcons secured excellent value by locking up Ben Stille at just $1.1M for one year, earning a B+ CVI that reflects smart roster building in today's inflated market. Stille has established himself as a reliable rotational defensive tackle who can contribute meaningful snaps without breaking the bank, and this contract represents the sweet spot where production meets affordability. At this salary level, Atlanta is essentially getting above-replacement level interior line depth for backup money, which is exactly the type of shrewd move that allows teams to allocate premium dollars elsewhere. The one-year structure gives both sides flexibility while minimizing risk — the Falcons can evaluate Stille's continued development without long-term commitment, while he gets another opportunity to prove he deserves a larger payday. This is precisely the kind of under-the-radar signing that championship teams make to build sustainable depth, transforming a rotational player into a legitimate asset at a fraction of what similar production typically costs on the open market.

Performance Analysis

Ben Stille earns a D for the Falcons at defensive tackle, a rotational player who contributes primarily as a run-stuffer on early downs. Stille has the size to hold the point of attack, but he generates almost zero pressure as a pass rusher. Atlanta's defensive interior has needed more disruption, and Stille has been more of a placeholder than a playmaker. He does the dirty work — eating double teams and maintaining his gap — but that is about the extent of his contributions. The Falcons need more from their defensive tackles, and Stille is a depth piece who fills snaps without changing the outcome.

Current Sentiment

Ben Stille enters 2026 with minimal media attention and a perception that leans slightly negative, as evidenced by his repeated practice squad signings rather than roster elevation despite three years in the league. The headlines consistently describe him as part of depth moves and roster churn rather than highlighting competitive contributions or meaningful snaps, suggesting the Falcons view him as organizational depth rather than core depth. With only 2 sacks across his career and no forced fumbles, his production metrics do not justify starter or backup expectations, and the $1.1M contract reflects journeyman status. The absence of any positive coverage about his play, potential, or role clarity compounds concerns that he remains on the fringe of NFL relevance. Without evidence of a breakout performance or expanded role opportunity, Stille's perception heading into 2026 is that of a marginal contributor fighting to remain on an NFL roster.