John Fitzpatrick

Career StatsF

Year	Team	GP	Rec	Yards	TD
Career		33	14	86	1
2025		15	12	72	1
2024		9	1	2	0
2023		9	1	12

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The John Fitzpatrick signing represents a minimal-risk flyer that barely registers on the overpay spectrum, earning a D CVI grade primarily due to his unproven track record rather than any glaring financial misstep. At $1.5M AAV with just $100K guaranteed, this is essentially a camp body contract for a tight end who hasn't established himself as even a replacement-level NFL contributor. The structure heavily favors the signing team with virtually no dead money risk, making it the type of low-stakes depth move that costs nothing to cut loose if Fitzpatrick can't crack the roster. While the minimal guaranteed money suggests front offices view him as a long shot to make meaningful contributions, the one-year term provides a clean exit strategy without any lingering cap implications. This deal reflects what it is — a lottery ticket on an unproven commodity where the financial downside is negligible even if the football upside remains highly questionable.

Performance Analysis

John Fitzpatrick earns an F grade as a tight end currently on the open market after failing to establish himself in the league. His profile is that of a blocking specialist who never developed the receiving skills needed to stick on a modern NFL roster. Teams increasingly need their tight ends to stress defenses in the passing game, and Fitzpatrick's skill set skews too far toward the old-school model. Finding a roster spot will require a team specifically seeking a blocking tight end who can contribute on special teams. The window is closing fast for him to prove he belongs at this level.