Hogan Hatten

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

This Hogan Hatten signing is an absolute steal that earns an A+ CVI rating — Detroit locked up reliable long snapping at basement prices while most teams are paying double or triple for the position. At just $0.9M AAV over three years, the Lions secured a rotational-level specialist who can handle the technical demands of long snapping without breaking the bank, especially crucial given how costly mistakes at this position can be in critical game situations. The complete lack of guaranteed money eliminates any downside risk, giving Detroit maximum flexibility if they need to pivot or if a younger option emerges through the draft. Long snappers typically have extended careers due to the specialized nature of the role, making this three-year commitment a safe bet that could age beautifully as the salary cap continues rising. Detroit's front office deserves credit for identifying value in an unsexy but essential role — this is exactly the type of smart depth move that championship contenders make to allocate resources efficiently across the roster.

Performance Analysis

Hogan Hatten grades at a D+ as Detroit's long snapper who has been a reliable presence for two full seasons. His 34 games played across 2024 and 2025 — both full 17-game seasons — demonstrates the consistency that the Lions need from their specialist. The seven tackles suggest some involvement on special teams coverage beyond just the snapping duties. Long snappers are graded in a framework where perfection is the baseline and any deviation is penalized, making it a difficult position to earn high marks. Hatten has done his job without any notable mishaps, which is exactly what you want from the most anonymous position in football — his D+ grade is a respectable mark for a young specialist.