Keion White

Career StatsF

Year	Team	GP	Sacks	Tkl	TFL
Career		47	7.5	100	11.5
2025		14	1.5	18	2
2024		17	5.0	56	6.5
2023		16

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The 49ers secured solid value with Keion White's four-year, $7.8M extension, earning a B CVI that reflects smart roster building around the edges. At just $1.9M annually, San Francisco is paying depth piece money for a player who's shown flashes of pass-rushing ability and fits their defensive system perfectly. The 25-year-old White is entering his prime years, making this deal particularly shrewd given the typical developmental curve for edge rushers who often peak in their mid-to-late twenties. With $5.3M guaranteed out of the total package, the 49ers have reasonable protection while giving White financial security without breaking the bank. This represents the type of calculated gamble that championship-caliber organizations make — locking up young talent before they potentially outgrow their contract value, while maintaining enough flexibility to pivot if White remains a rotational contributor rather than evolving into a consistent starter.

Performance Analysis

Keion White earns an F grade that doesn't fully reflect the potential that made the Patriots invest a second-round pick in him. The move to San Francisco gives White a fresh start in a defense that has historically maximized edge talent. His athletic testing was off the charts coming out of college, but translating those measurables into consistent NFL production has been the challenge. The 49ers' coaching staff has a track record of developing defensive linemen, which bodes well for White's long-term outlook. The grade reflects where he is now, but the new environment could spark a significant improvement.