Dalton Kincaid

Career StatsC

Year	Team	GP	Rec	Yards	TD
Career		41	156	1,692	9
2025		12	39	571	5
2024		13	44	448	2
2023		16

Season	Team	GP	Rec	Yds	TD	YPR	Grade
2025		12	39	571	5	14.6	B+ B+ Top 20%
2024		13	44	448	2	10.2	D D Bottom 20%
2023		16	73	673	2	9.2	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)

This Dalton Kincaid extension represents a solid value play for Buffalo, locking up a serviceable starter at below-market rates and earning a B+ CVI in the process. At $3.4M per year, the Bills are paying roughly half of what established tight ends command in today's market, securing a reliable receiving threat who's already proven he can contribute meaningfully in their high-octane passing attack. The fully guaranteed structure shows Buffalo's confidence in the former Utah standout while eliminating injury risk over the four-year window, which aligns perfectly with Josh Allen's prime years. Kincaid's age-26 season should coincide with his athletic peak, making this deal even more attractive as he enters what are typically the most productive years for NFL tight ends. The Bills essentially bought low on a player trending upward, creating significant roster flexibility while ensuring they won't need to address the position in free agency anytime soon.

Performance Analysis

Dalton Kincaid grades as a serviceable starter among NFL tight ends — a middle-of-the-pack player at the position. His strongest area is yards per reception at 14.6 (well above the NFL average of 10.1), ranking as elite for the position. Receiving yards per game, at 47.6 compared to an NFL average of 35.0, is where he falls short relative to the position. He is a significant part of the passing attack, producing at a high level for the position. His 2025 season graded as a B+, a significant jump from his D mark in 2024.

Current Sentiment

Dalton Kincaid's A- sentiment reflects the media's cautiously optimistic view of a tight end who has firmly established himself as a legitimate NFL starter but still faces questions about his ceiling. His Pro Bowl selection has elevated his profile significantly, with analysts viewing him as a franchise-caliber player who validates Buffalo's investment in the position. The Bills' decision to exercise his fifth-year option demonstrates clear organizational confidence, positioning Kincaid as a cornerstone piece of their offensive infrastructure for years to come. However, injury concerns—particularly the hamstring issue that surfaced in Week 10—have introduced durability questions that temper some of the enthusiasm around his trajectory. Media coverage consistently acknowledges his upside and development curve while flagging workload management as a key storyline, creating a narrative of a rising star whose health will ultimately determine whether he reaches elite status. The consensus portrays Kincaid as a player on the cusp of top-tier production, with his A- grade capturing both the excitement around his proven ability and the cautious optimism about his long-term durability.