Dre Greenlaw

Career StatsC

Year	Team	GP	Tkl	Sacks	INT
Career		72	498	4.5	4
2025		8	43	1.0	1
2024		2	9	0.0	0
2023		15

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

This signing grades out as a slight overpay for the San Francisco 49ers — the team is getting approximately what they're paying for in on-field production. Dre's on-field performance ranks in the lower half among NFL LBs, grading him as a rotational player at the position. His $6.0M average annual value ranks as below-market money for the LB market. The production lines up closely with the price tag — rotational player production at below-market money, which is essentially paying fair market value. Dre is squarely in his prime, which adds to the deal's upside — the team should get multiple productive seasons out of this contract. The 1-year, $6.0M deal ($6.0M guaranteed, 100%) keeps the commitment short, giving the team financial flexibility to move on if performance drops.

Performance Analysis

Dre Greenlaw earns a C for the 49ers at linebacker, a player who has been working his way back from a devastating Achilles injury suffered in the Super Bowl. Greenlaw was one of the best linebackers in football before the injury — his instincts, tackling, and coverage ability were all elite. The return has been gradual, and he has not yet recaptured his pre-injury form. San Francisco has been patient, knowing that Achilles injuries require significant recovery time. When healthy, Greenlaw is the kind of player who transforms a defense, and the hope is that a full offseason will bring him back to that level.

Fan Sentiment

A smart, low-risk reunion that immediately strengthens San Francisco's linebacker corps. Multiple outlets covered the signing, with headlines noting Greenlaw's unhappiness during his one-year stint in Denver. His return directly enabled the 49ers to trade Dee Winters to Dallas, generating draft capital — a clear organizational win. Fans are excited to see Greenlaw back in his natural home, where he thrives best. If he stays healthy, San Francisco's defense gets a meaningful upgrade at a bargain price.