Dan Feeney

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

Performance versus salary tier earns Dan Feeney a C+ Contract Value Index, with cap structure shaping the verdict. At $1.49M AAV on a one-year deal, this is a low-risk depth signing that aligns squarely with his production—the 2025 season logged 12 games of solid-starter-adjacent work that earns him a C+ performance grade, the kind of output that fits a backup interior line role without demanding starter money. Guard contracts at the depth level typically run in this range, making Feeney's compensation fair-market value for a player expected to compete for snaps while anchoring roster depth rather than anchoring the lineup. At 32 years old with eight seasons of established veteran status since his 2017 third-round selection, Feeney occupies the exact career stage where versatility—his ability to line up at both guard and center—becomes his primary trade value, and the Buccaneers are banking on that flexibility to provide interior insurance across multiple positions. The mediaFraming confirms expectations are properly calibrated: this is framed as continuity and organizational comfort rather than a playoff-push addition, with five headlines treating it as a straightforward, low-noise re-signing that generated no skepticism because the price and role matched the production. With just one year on the deal, there's no cap drag or multi-year commitment risk, and the Buccaneers get a familiar face at a cost that won't handcuff their flexibility going forward—exactly the kind of honest, drama-free depth architecture that keeps CVI from slipping despite the middling performance grade.

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 Dan's contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance Analysis

Dan Feeney is a nine-year veteran guard now in his ninth season, bringing established reliability to Tampa Bay's offensive line. At 32 years old, Feeney earns a C+ grade this season, reflecting a role as a serviceable but unspectacular interior lineman in a backup or rotational capacity. His profile represents the journeyman type who provides depth and occasional starts rather than carrying a franchise's blocking scheme. Feeney's greatest asset this season has been availability and durability; he's logged an 83.1 snap percentage, well above the NFL average of 72.0, demonstrating the consistency teams value in depth pieces. However, that elevated playing time hasn't translated into standout performance metrics, which suggests he's holding his own without creating separation at the position. His body of work across nine seasons indicates more capability than his current C+ snapshot suggests, though age and mileage may be catching up with a player who's logged considerable wear in the league. Looking ahead, Feeney's trajectory points toward a veteran backup role or potential transition away from heavy rotation work. At 32 with nine years of experience, he's likely in the closing chapters of his playing career, where sustained availability matters more than explosive growth. The Buccaneers will want to assess whether his 83.1 snap rate remains sustainable or if regression accelerates, which will determine whether he resurfaces as a reliable reserve or fades into free agency.

How Dan Compares at the Position

Dan Feeney ranks 45th of 173 graded gs by performance. That slots Dan between David Edwards (C+) just ahead and Aaron Banks (C) just behind.

Fan Sentiment

Solid depth move: Tampa re-signs a reliable interior lineman for roster continuity. Multiple headlines confirm this is a straightforward re-signing, suggesting routine organizational maintenance. Key signal is the rookie competition angle—depth chart pressure indicates Feeney faces real competition. Fans view this pragmatically as a necessary backup plan rather than exciting news. Expect Feeney to serve as experienced depth while the organization evaluates younger offensive line options.