Chris Stoll

Season	Team	GP	Grade
2025		17	D+ D+ Bottom 30%
2024		17	D+ D+ Bottom 30%
2023		17	D+ D+ Bottom 30%

Grades reflect the player's performance in each season. Header grade shows the current season.

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

Among long snapper contracts at this AAV tier, Chris Stoll's grades a C+ Contract Value Index (CVI). The grade reflects a solid alignment between his $1.45M AAV and his role as a reliable, mistake-free specialist—his 2025 season production of 1 tackle across 17 games underscores that long snappers are evaluated on consistency and technical precision rather than counting stats, and Stoll has delivered on that front while earning genuine organizational confidence evident in his re-signing. At the long snapper market rate, his two-year deal represents fair value for a veteran third-year player who has established himself as a dependable institutional presence; the position rarely demands significant cap allocation, and Stoll's contract reflects that reality without excess. At 27 and having already logged three seasons in the league, he is entering his prime window for a specialist role, one where experience and institutional knowledge matter as much as athletic tools—the Seahawks' decision to retain him amid other roster moves signals they view his veteran steadiness as a foundation piece rather than a temporary placeholder. The CVI verdict also reflects the intangible value he carries: his elevated media profile and the warm "unsung hero" narrative surrounding him have reinforced his standing as a trusted, mistake-free contributor in a competitive environment. The two-year structure offers modest cap flexibility without backloading concerns, a straightforward specialist deal that prioritizes continuity over financial ambition—appropriate for a long snapper whose primary job is to anchor the special teams operation for a team positioned as the NFC's top seed.

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 Chris's contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance AnalysisNot Tracked

Performance grades for LSs are not available. ESPN does not track individual statistics for offensive linemen, punters, long snappers, or fullbacks. This player will remain ungraded unless they change positions.

Fan Sentiment

Recent headlines push Chris Stoll's sentiment grade to a B, with Seattle's broader season shaping the read. The narrative surrounding him has transcended the typical long snapper invisibility; local beat reporters and national media have embraced an "unsung hero" framing that celebrates his reliability and Super Bowl pedigree, while his re-signing with the Seahawks was met with genuine organizational confidence rather than routine roster maintenance. This warmth stands in contrast to how specialists are ordinarily covered — Stoll has become the rare long snapper whose name appears in feature stories, driven largely by human-interest angles and explicit recognition of his "mistake-free" performance in high-pressure situations. The team's recent moves (cuts at receiver, additions along the line) signal a focus on building around proven, dependable contributors, which indirectly reinforces the message that Stoll's 2025 season (1 tackle, 17 games) and veteran presence are valued assets in a competitive window. The sentiment reflects hard-earned respect for a role player who has managed to earn genuine media appreciation without inflating his actual on-field profile — a rare feat at his position, and one that solidifies his standing as a trustworthy, institutional presence for a Seahawks team positioned as the NFC's top seed heading into 2026.