DeAngelo Malone

Career StatsF

Year	Team	GP	Tkl	Sacks	INT
Career		58	59	3.0	1
2025		9	8	0.0	1
2024		17	16	2.0	0
2023		17	6	0.0	0
2022		15	29	1.0	0

Updated Jan 1, 1970

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Falcons secured a reasonable depth piece in DeAngelo Malone, earning a C CVI on this four-year, $5.2M deal that represents fair market value for an unproven linebacker. At $1.3M annually, Atlanta isn't breaking the bank on a player whose NFL production remains largely theoretical, making this the type of low-risk investment that smart front offices routinely make on developmental talent. The contract structure heavily favors the team with just $1.0M guaranteed, giving them an easy out if Malone doesn't develop as hoped while providing upside if he emerges as a contributor. For a linebacker room that needed depth, this represents solid roster building rather than a difference-maker acquisition — the Falcons aren't expecting Malone to be more than a rotational player and special teams contributor in the near term. This deal exemplifies the middle tier of NFL free agency: not exciting enough to move the needle significantly, but competent enough to fill a roster spot without creating financial stress.

Performance Analysis

DeAngelo Malone earns an F for the Falcons at linebacker, a young pass rusher who has been unable to make a meaningful impact in Atlanta's defense. Malone was drafted for his edge-rushing potential, but that potential has not translated into NFL production. He has been neutralized by offensive tackles and has not generated the pressures or sacks expected from a player in his role. The Falcons have invested in other edge-rushing options, and Malone has fallen to the bottom of the rotation. His career trajectory is concerning, and significant improvement is needed to remain on an NFL roster.

Fan Sentiment

DeAngelo Malone, a linebacker for the Free Agent, carries mixed public sentiment based on their limited track record. Defensively, he has recorded 3 sacks, 0 forced fumbles earning a F performance grade. While he has yet to earn major individual awards, his contributions to the Free Agent keep him in the conversation. On a contract worth $1.3M/year, the modest salary keeps pressure manageable while any breakout would be a bonus. Public perception is lukewarm, with fans hoping for a breakout but tempering expectations based on recent output. His career trajectory will be shaped by upcoming performance and the evolving expectations of the fanbase.