Gervarrius Owens

Career StatsD-

Year	Team	GP	INT	PD	Tkl
Career		3	—	—	1
2025		2	0	0	3
2024		2	—	—	—
2023		3

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Bears secured depth cornerback Gervarrius Owens on what amounts to a fair deal for a developmental piece, earning a D+ CVI that reflects both modest expectations and minimal financial risk. At $1.0M annually, Chicago is paying replacement-level money for a depth piece who projects as exactly that — a player fighting for roster spots and special teams snaps rather than meaningful defensive reps. The 26-year-old profile suggests this is less about upside development and more about adding experienced camp competition, as Owens has likely plateaued as a fringe NFL talent. The minimal guaranteed structure protects the Bears from any real downside, essentially functioning as a tryout contract that can be shed without consequence. This signing reflects Chicago's practical approach to filling out the bottom of their secondary depth chart — they're not overpaying for production they won't get, but they're also not uncovering hidden value in the bargain bin.

Performance Analysis

Gervarrius Owens grades at a D- as a defensive back who has bounced between three teams in three seasons without establishing any meaningful role. His entire career resume consists of three games, one tackle, and zero splash plays — not exactly the foundation for a long NFL career. The fact that the Giants, Titans, and Vikings have all given him brief looks but none committed to him tells you where he stands on the roster bubble. Owens has yet to show that he belongs at this level, though the limited sample size makes it hard to render a definitive verdict. He needs to make the most of any future opportunities, because the leash for players with this kind of production history is extremely short.

Fan Sentiment

A low-risk reserve/future signing that amounts to little more than a camp body addition. Headlines confirm this was part of a 16-player futures batch, suggesting minimal individual evaluation weight. Owens offers developmental depth at safety but lacks a standout NFL profile to project roster impact. Fans are largely indifferent, noting the Bears are stockpiling bodies ahead of an important offseason rebuild. He's a long shot to make the 53-man roster but could compete for a practice squad spot.