Gage Larvadain

Career StatsD

Year	Team	GP	Rec	Yards	TD
Career		13	7	71	—
2025		13	7	71	0

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Browns landed an absolute steal with Gage Larvadain's 2-year, $1.8M deal, earning an A CVI that reflects exceptional value for a rotational receiver. At just $900K per year, Cleveland is paying replacement-level money for a player who has consistently delivered above that threshold when called upon, making this one of the shrewdest depth signings in recent memory. The contract structure carries virtually zero risk — even if Larvadain fails to develop further, the financial commitment is negligible for an NFL roster spot. What makes this deal particularly savvy is that rotational receivers who can contribute immediately in three-wide sets typically command $2-3M annually in today's market, yet the Browns secured that production at a fraction of the cost. This signing epitomizes smart roster construction, giving Cleveland legitimate depth behind their top targets while preserving salary cap flexibility for bigger moves. Larvadain's A CVI reflects not just his current value, but the upside potential if he continues ascending the depth chart in an offense that should create plenty of opportunities for secondary receivers.

Performance Analysis

Gage Larvadain earns a D grade as a rookie wide receiver who got his feet wet with the Browns in 2025 but has not yet shown enough to project as a long-term contributor. His 13 games yielded just seven receptions for 71 yards with no touchdowns, which is underwhelming even for a developmental receiver. Cleveland's passing attack has been inconsistent, which makes it tough to evaluate any receiver in that system fairly. The 10.1 yards per reception shows some ability to create separation and make plays downfield when targeted, but seven catches across 13 games means he was barely part of the game plan. Larvadain needs a significant jump in target share and production in his second year to avoid being labeled a roster-bubble player.