Dallas Goedert

Career StatsA-

Year	Team	GP	Rec	Yards	TD
Career		108	409	4,676	35
2025		15	60	591	11
2024		10	42	496	2
2023		14

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

Philadelphia Eagles got a B+ Contract Value Index out of the Dallas Goedert signing because the guaranteed money matches the production tier. At $7M AAV on a one-year deal, Goedert lands firmly in the solid-starter compensation band for his position—a discount relative to his eight-year track record and his 2025 season production of 591 receiving yards across 15 games, which underscores his durability and reliability as a pass-catcher in Philadelphia's offense. The tight end market has inflated dramatically over the past half-decade, making Goedert's below-market rate a genuine value proposition; he's accepting less than his peer tier would command, likely reflecting his age at 31 and the Eagles' organizational calculus around succession planning. His A- performance grade and B+ sentiment standing confirm he remains a capable, trusted contributor, though the absence of Pro Bowl or All-Pro honors keeps him anchored in the complementary starter category rather than the elite tier. The one-year structure carries minimal cap risk and maximum flexibility for Philadelphia heading into the 2026 season, allowing the organization to operate in a measured transition without long-term obligation. Goedert's decision to re-sign despite exploring free agency options signals both his institutional value to the Eagles and a realistic assessment of his market opportunity—a vote of confidence dressed in pragmatism that the CVI grade appropriately reflects.

Contracts in the Same Value Band

Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the B band — a quick read on where Dallas's contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance Analysis

Dallas Goedert, an eight-year Philadelphia Eagles veteran and 2018 second-round pick, remains one of the NFL's most productive tight ends despite entering his early thirties. The 108-game veteran has established himself as a centerpiece pass-catcher, earning an A- performance grade anchored by elite current-season production. Goedert's career body of work substantially exceeds his recent seasonal snapshot, positioning him as a proven weapon rather than a declining asset. This season, Goedert is averaging 39.4 receiving yards per game—well above the 10.67 NFL average and approaching the elite 44.19 benchmark—while posting 0.73 touchdown receptions per game, significantly outpacing the 0.13 league average. His 9.85 yards per reception sits just above the 9.19 NFL mean, indicating consistent efficiency rather than elite separation ability. The concern stems from his recent season-to-season trend: a B+ current year follows a B- in 2024 and another B- in 2023, suggesting gradual regression from his career peak rather than a return to elite form. At thirty-one, Goedert faces the typical tight-end aging curve, where longevity and role security become paramount considerations. His projection hinges on whether Philadelphia continues featuring him as a primary target or shifts toward a secondary role. Monitoring his snap-count trajectory and red-zone opportunity volume will clarify whether he can stabilize production or enters a steeper decline phase heading into 2026.

How Dallas Compares at the Position

Dallas Goedert ranks 11th of 164 graded tight ends by performance. That slots Dallas between Darren Waller (A-) just ahead and Hunter Henry (B+) just behind.

Current Sentiment

Dallas Goedert enters 2026 with significantly diminished media and fan perception, driven by widespread regression forecasts across fantasy and NFL analysis circles. Despite eight seasons of reliable production (4,676 career receiving yards, 409 receptions), the tight end lacks Pro Bowl or All-Pro recognition, positioning him as a solid starter rather than a marquee talent. Recent headline coverage is overwhelmingly negative, with multiple outlets naming him among the league's top regression candidates for the upcoming season, suggesting declining confidence in his fantasy and real-world performance. The "disappointing news" referenced in NFL survey coverage indicates fan sentiment has shifted toward skepticism about his 2026 outlook, likely reflecting age, injury history, or changing offensive scheme fit. Media perception has settled into a cautionary narrative: Goedert remains a functional starter but is no longer viewed as a safe or upside play, with expectations now tilted toward decline rather than stability or growth.