Julius Chestnut

Career StatsF

Year	Team	GP	Yards	TD	YPC
Career		40	154	—	3.7
2025		17	40	0	3.6
2024		17	102	0	4.6
2023		3

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

This Julius Chestnut signing earns a D+ CVI, representing a slight overpay for an unproven commodity in the Titans backfield. At $1.4M AAV for a running back who hasn't established himself as even a reliable depth piece, Tennessee is paying above replacement-level money for replacement-level production expectations. The 25-year-old age profile suggests this isn't a developmental bet on upside — Chestnut is entering what should be his prime years without having proven he belongs on an NFL roster long-term. The contract structure does offer some protection with minimal guaranteed money at just $100K, allowing the Titans to cut bait without significant financial consequences if he fails to contribute. While the one-year term limits the damage, Tennessee would have been better served allocating these resources toward a more proven veteran or prioritizing other positional needs, making this a questionable use of cap space for a team trying to maximize every dollar in their roster construction.

Performance Analysis

Julius Chestnut earns an F grade as a running back who has been unable to establish any meaningful role with the Titans. Tennessee's backfield has been in flux, but Chestnut hasn't been able to take advantage of the opportunities that come with a transitioning roster. His limited touches have produced limited results, and the competition for running back snaps is fierce across the league. The Titans are likely looking in other directions for their backfield solutions, which leaves Chestnut fighting for a practice squad spot at best. His path to regular-season contributions looks extremely narrow.

Fan Sentiment

A low-risk depth retention with minimal roster impact for Tennessee. Multiple outlets covered the re-signing, signaling routine procedural news rather than meaningful roster construction. Chestnut's highlight leap-TD shows athleticism, but he remains a fringe roster contributor at best. Fans note the Jaguars altercation headline adds drama, though it doesn't elevate his football value. Chestnut likely fights for a practice squad or emergency RB spot again in 2024.