Kalen King

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Cardinals nabbed solid depth value with Kalen King's two-year, $1.8M deal, earning a C+ CVI that reflects smart budget allocation for a young cornerback still developing his ceiling. At just $0.9M annually, Arizona is paying backup money for a player who showed flashes during his rookie campaign and possesses the athletic traits to potentially grow into a more significant role. King's age works heavily in his favor here — most corners don't hit their stride until year three or four, meaning the Cardinals could be getting ahead of the curve on a player who develops into above-average starter territory. The contract structure carries minimal risk with its modest AAV and short term, giving Arizona flexibility while King proves he belongs in their defensive backfield rotation. This represents the type of shrewd depth signing that championship teams make — low financial commitment on a player with legitimate upside who can contribute immediately on special teams while potentially blossoming into something more valuable than his current price tag suggests.

Performance AnalysisPre-Debut

Kalen King has not yet appeared in an NFL regular season game. A performance grade will be automatically generated once career statistics become available and the 16-game minimum is reached.