Brandon Pili

Career StatsF

Year	Team	GP	Sacks	Tkl	TFL
Career		25	—	16	1
2025		13	0.0	12	1
2024		8	0.0	2	0
2023		4

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Seahawks secured solid value with Brandon Pili's one-year, $1.8M deal, earning a B- CVI that reflects smart roster building at the depth level. At just $1.8M AAV with only $800K guaranteed, Seattle is getting a proven depth piece at defensive tackle without breaking the bank or committing significant long-term resources. The modest guarantee structure gives the team flexibility while providing Pili with an opportunity to showcase his abilities in a contract year, creating mutual upside for both parties. For a depth piece along the defensive line, this contract hits the sweet spot of reasonable cost and manageable risk, allowing Seattle to maintain interior line depth without hampering their salary cap flexibility. This represents the type of shrewd, low-risk signing that successful franchises make to fill out their roster with competent veterans who can contribute when called upon.

Performance Analysis

Brandon Pili pulls an F for the Seahawks at defensive tackle, a player whose impact on Seattle's defense has been negligible. Pili has not generated any pass-rush pressure and has been pushed around in the run game by NFL-caliber offensive linemen. The Seahawks need more from their interior defensive line, and Pili has not given them any reason to believe he is part of the answer. His snaps have decreased as the coaching staff has gone with other options. Pili is a fringe roster player whose NFL future is uncertain at best.

Fan Sentiment

A solid depth retention move, keeping a reliable nose tackle in Seattle's defensive rotation. Five headlines covered the re-signing, with one notable Pili interview calling it 'life changing.' His Super Bowl journey buzz signals roster continuity and locker room chemistry value. Fans are rallying around Pili's Alaska roots and brotherhood narrative with teammates like Josh Jobe. Pili projects as a dependable rotational interior lineman, not a star, but a stable piece.