Dylan Fairchild

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Bengals secured solid value with Dylan Fairchild's four-year, $6.4M extension that earns a C+ CVI, landing squarely in fair deal territory for a guard making $1.6M annually. While Fairchild's production tier remains to be fully established, Cincinnati is betting on steady interior line play at a price point that won't handcuff their salary cap flexibility. The contract structure heavily favors the team with just $1.3M guaranteed out of the total package, creating minimal long-term risk if Fairchild fails to develop or maintain his current level. At this modest salary threshold, the Bengals essentially locked up a viable rotation piece who can step into starting duties without breaking the bank — exactly the type of cost-controlled depth every contending team needs along the offensive line. This deal represents smart roster building rather than a splash signing, giving Cincinnati interior line stability while preserving resources for premium positions.

Performance AnalysisNot Tracked

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