Larry Ogunjobi

Career StatsB+

Year	Team	GP	Sacks	Tkl	TFL
Career		134	27.5	380	56.5
2025		10	0.0	19	4.5
2024		15	1.5	41	7
2023		17

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

Buffalo Bills got an A- Contract Value Index out of the Larry Ogunjobi signing because the guaranteed money matches the production tier. At $795K AAV, this is a near-minimum-salary deal for a veteran defensive tackle with 27.5 career sacks and nine seasons of NFL experience—the kind of low-risk, high-floor commitment that defines smart roster depth construction. His 2025 season production of 19 tackles across 10 games reflects exactly what the Bills are paying for: solid complementary work on the interior without championship-tier impact or cap burden. At 32 years old in the established veteran phase of his career, Ogunjobi is precisely where the market should price him—past his prime, serviceable, and replaceable at the position, yet still capable of eating snaps and providing locker-room stability. The six-game suspension that shadowed his 2025 campaign created a narrative dent, but media framing positions him as a respected depth piece whose comeback earned redemption, and recent Bills roster moves—focused on offensive skill positions and secondary help rather than aggressive interior line upgrades—signal organizational confidence that he'll remain a stable fixture. This is a textbook example of contract alignment: the Bills aren't overpaying for potential or past reputation, and Ogunjobi isn't absorbing cap space that could be redirected elsewhere. The value is clean, the expectations are clear, and both sides benefit.

Contracts in the Same Value Band

Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the A band — a quick read on where Larry's contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance Analysis

Larry Ogunjobi is a nine-year veteran defensive tackle entering his age-32 season with the Buffalo Bills. The experienced interior defender has logged 134 career games and brings stability to a defensive line seeking consistent gap discipline and run-stuffing prowess. Ogunjobi earns a B+ grade, reflecting a reliable, established starter who remains a solid contributor despite recent performance dips. This season, Ogunjobi is averaging 1.90 tackles per game, slightly above the NFL average of 1.82, demonstrating steady availability and assignment execution. His 0.45 tackles for loss per game notably exceed the league average of 0.27, ranking him in the above-average tier and highlighting his ability to disrupt offensive schemes in the trenches. However, his recent performance trend—grading as a C in both 2024 and 2025—signals a gradual decline from his stronger career body of work, suggesting age-related wear may be beginning to impact his overall effectiveness. Ogunjobi's strength lies in his consistent two-gap responsibility and disruption metrics, which remain respectable for a veteran rotational piece. The primary concern is his declining overall grade trajectory over three seasons, which warrants monitoring heading into 2026. As the Bills navigate their defensive composition, Ogunjobi's role as a depth anchor will likely hinge on his ability to maintain current production levels and mentor younger interior linemen while accepting a reduced workload.

How Larry Compares at the Position

Larry Ogunjobi ranks 22nd of 217 graded defensive tackles by performance. That slots Larry between Byron Murphy Ii (B+) just ahead and Calijah Kancey (B+) just behind.

Current Sentiment

Larry Ogunjobi enters 2026 as a veteran depth piece on the Buffalo Bills with modest media visibility and a role-player reputation anchored by nine seasons of solid but unspectacular production. Recent headlines reflect a journeyman's trajectory—off-field business ventures and a Week 8 debut suggest he remains an active contributor rather than a cut candidate, but the late-season entry point signals a backup or rotational assignment. The absence of Pro Bowl honors, All-Pro selections, or significant contract value ($0.8M annually) places him squarely in the reliable veteran category rather than a marquee defensive tackle. Media coverage is sparse and neutral, with no scandal or controversy, indicating he is neither a focal point of optimism nor concern heading into the season. Fan and analyst perception likely views Ogunjobi as a dependable locker-room presence and depth option—valued for experience and professionalism, but not expected to drive Buffalo's defensive line performance.