
#97 DE · Tennessee Titans
1 transaction this offseason
Height
6'5"
Weight
300 lbs
Age
25
Draft
—
Experience
2 yrs
DE Rank
#97 / 160
Grade CJ Ravenell
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On the field, CJ Ravenell grades out as a shaky DE for Tennessee Titans (D Performance). That places him 97th of 160 graded defensive ends. The public read is mixed (C Sentiment), drawn from current news and social signal rather than the box score.
| Year | Team | GP | Sacks | Tkl | TFL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | ![]() | 14 | — | 6 | — |
| 2025 | ![]() | 14 | 0.0 | 6 | 0 |
| 2024 | ![]() | 3 | 0.5 | 7 | 0.5 |
Updated Jun 3, 2026
Contract terms haven't been reported.
CJ Ravenell's tape and counting stats together earn a D performance grade. The 25-year-old second-year defensive end is operating well below starter or even quality depth standards for his position, lacking the production metrics or tape quality required to establish himself as a reliable contributor on Tennessee's defensive line. His 2025 season output of 6 tackles across 14 games represents minimal impact on defense — a depth-level production rate that underscores his limitations in both run-stopping consistency and pass-rush effectiveness. Durability is not the issue; his 14-game availability shows he stayed healthy, but the sparse tackling total reflects limited snap opportunities and a marginal role within the system. The Titans' recent signing of DE Keldric Faulk, combined with the release of Ali Gaye just weeks ago, signals organizational movement away from the interior of their defensive line conversation — leaving Ravenell in a precarious position as organizational continuity rather than a competitive piece. His return as a routine ERFA re-signing reads as institutional housekeeping ahead of the 2026 season; without a statistical or tape-based leap, he remains a depth reserve fighting for snaps in a unit with pressing talent gaps.
CJ Ravenell ranks 97th of 160 graded defensive ends by performance. That slots CJ between Chauncey Golston (D) just ahead and Grady Jarrett (D) just behind.
Graded higher
Chauncey GolstonNew York GiantsDDemarvin LealPittsburgh SteelersDJt TuimoloauIndianapolis ColtsDGraded lower
Grady JarrettChicago BearsTitans quietly retain a depth piece with minimal fanfare or impact. Multiple outlets report this as a routine ERFA re-signing alongside guard Garrett Dellinger. Ravenell's return for a second season suggests organizational continuity rather than meaningful roster improvement. Fans view this as organizational housekeeping, not a competitive upgrade. Tennessee's defensive line depth remains a question mark heading into next season.
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