Carson Steele

Career StatsD

Year	Team	GP	Yards	TD	YPC
Career		17	183	—	3.3
2025		2	31	0	3.9
2024		17	183	0	3.3

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

Salary-cap math on Carson Steele's contract works out to a C- Contract Value Index given the dead-cap exposure and term. At $1.0625M AAV over two years, Steele is priced as a replacement-level depth piece, which aligns with his 2025 season output of minimal counting stats across just 2 games—production that doesn't suggest urgent playing-time demands or roster priority. The running back market has shifted toward elite, dual-threat talents commanding premium dollars, leaving mid-tier depth options like Steele in the affordable tier; his deal fits that band precisely, with no guarantees or inflated guarantees masking limited expected impact. At 23 years old and entering his second NFL season, Steele is still within developmental window, but the modest contract size and journeyman trajectory suggest Philadelphia views him as organizational depth rather than a core asset with upside leverage. The media framing—positioning him as a routine Reserve/Future addition rather than a meaningful acquisition—reflects the tepid conviction surrounding his role, and the Eagles' recent moves emphasize defensive line reinforcement over offensive backfield investment, leaving little indication Steele will command significant snaps or salary growth. The two-year term keeps dead-cap risk manageable, but there's minimal equity in the contract; Steele must dramatically accelerate his on-field production to justify retention beyond the initial deal.

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 Carson's contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance Analysis

Carson Steele earns a D for the Eagles at running back, a young back who has shown some physicality but has not earned a significant role in Philadelphia's offense. Steele runs with power and does not shy away from contact, which coaches appreciate. However, his vision and ability to set up blocks have been below what the Eagles need from their running backs. Philadelphia has other options in the backfield who offer more dynamic playmaking ability. Steele is a depth piece who can give you tough yards in a pinch, but he is not going to be the featured back anytime soon.

How Carson Compares at the Position

Carson Steele ranks 141st of 175 graded running backs by performance. That slots Carson between Owen Wright (D+) just ahead and Terrell Jennings (D) just behind.

Current Sentiment

Carson Steele's arrival in Philadelphia has generated minimal buzz, earning a D+ sentiment grade that reflects the tepid reception surrounding his Reserve/Future contract worth $1.1M annually. The media coverage treats his signing as routine roster maintenance rather than a meaningful acquisition, with headlines positioning him as depth rather than a difference-maker in the Eagles' backfield. His journeyman status and modest two-year NFL resume have failed to capture fan imagination, resulting in coverage that feels obligatory rather than enthusiastic. The $1.1M AAV contract signals the organization views him as a replacement-level depth piece, and the media narrative has followed suit with neutral-to-cautious framing that lacks conviction about his potential impact. While the tone isn't overtly negative, the absence of excitement or elevated expectations surrounding Steele's role suggests Philadelphia fans and analysts view this as a low-stakes addition with minimal upside potential.