Dominick Puni

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

This Dominick Puni deal earns a solid B- CVI as a low-risk developmental investment that could pay major dividends down the line. The 49ers locked up a young guard on what amounts to a rookie-scale contract at $1.4M annually with minimal guaranteed money, creating excellent upside potential if Puni develops beyond his current depth piece status. At 24 years old, he's entering his prime developmental window where offensive linemen typically make their biggest jumps, and San Francisco's track record of cultivating interior line talent makes this environment ideal for growth. The contract structure is virtually bulletproof — with just $1.0M guaranteed over four years, the team can easily move on if he plateaus while reaping massive value if he ascends to starter quality. This represents exactly the type of shrewd roster building that championship teams execute: securing young talent with upside at below-market rates before they prove themselves worthy of significantly larger paydays.

Performance Analysis

Dominick Puni earns an F for the 49ers at guard, a young lineman who has not developed at the rate San Francisco expected. Puni has been overmatched by NFL interior defenders and has been a weakness in the 49ers offensive line. His pass protection has been porous, and his run blocking has lacked the physicality that San Francisco's scheme demands. The 49ers pride themselves on their offensive line play, and Puni has not met that standard. He needs a significant leap in technique and strength to earn a consistent starting role.