Nate Landman

Career StatsB+

Year	Team	GP	Tkl	Sacks	INT
Career		53	324	4.5	2
2025		17	132	2.5	1
2024		13	81	0.0	0
2023		16

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Rams secured solid value by locking up Nate Landman at $7.5M AAV, a deal that earns a B CVI and represents fair market pricing for an above-average starting linebacker. At this contract level, Landman sits in that sweet spot where his production justifies the investment without breaking the bank — he's not an elite difference-maker, but he's a reliable three-down player who can anchor the middle of a defense. The three-year term provides Los Angeles with stability at a crucial position while the $10.3M guaranteed keeps the financial risk manageable if his performance plateaus. This isn't a contract that will age poorly or handcuff the franchise, as linebacker salaries in this range typically hold their value well for competent starters. The Rams clearly identified Landman as a foundational piece worth investing in, and at $7.5M annually, they're paying appropriately for a player who should continue delivering consistent, if unspectacular, production in their defensive scheme.

Contracts in the Same Value Band

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

Performance Analysis

Nate Landman is a four-year NFL veteran and established run-defender for the Los Angeles Rams, entering his age-27 season as a dependable two-down linebacker. After a disappointing 2024 campaign, the Colorado product has rebounded with a B+ performance in 2025, reasserting himself as a productive tackler in Sean McVay's defense. While he lacks the explosive pass-rush upside of elite off-ball linebackers, Landman remains a reliable three-down contributor with clear strengths in gap discipline. The 2025 season has showcased Landman's elite tackle production, averaging 7.76 tackles per game against the NFL average of 2.19, placing him firmly in the upper echelon of the position. His tackling volume represents a significant uptick from his sluggish 2024 showing, confirming he can still impact games at the first and second level. However, sack production remains a career concern at 0.15 per game—matching the league average but well below the elite threshold of 0.51—suggesting limited value as a pass-rusher. His above-average pass defense metrics (0.35 PD per game) and tackle-for-loss rate (0.65 TFL per game) indicate he's functional in coverage and diagnosing plays downfield. Landman's trajectory suggests a floor-to-ceiling reassessment after last season's decline. If he sustains this tackle-heavy volume and maintains above-average run-defense grades, he projects as a solid mid-tier starter capable of 110-130 tackles annually. The critical question entering 2026 is whether this B+ season represents genuine reinvention or a temporary rebound before another regression, making consistency the ultimate measure of his remaining value.

How Nate Compares at the Position

Nate Landman ranks 27th of 339 graded linebackers by performance. That slots Nate between T.j. Watt (A-) just ahead and E.j. Speed (B+) just behind.

Current Sentiment

Nate Landman enters 2026 as a respected but underrated defensive contributor for the Rams, occupying the middle tier of linebacker perception around the league. Recent contract extension and media framing as a 'hidden key' to defensive success suggest the organization and beat writers view him as a reliable, ascending player rather than a depth piece. However, his exclusion from top linebacker rankings reflects the reality that he lacks Pro Bowl or All-Pro credentials despite solid production, keeping him in the solid-starter category rather than elite conversation. The positive narrative arc—highlighted by feature stories on his journey and 2025 season highlights—indicates growing recognition of his value, though this remains largely a Rams-centric story rather than national acclaim. Heading into 2026, Landman's perception is anchored by consistent, dependable play and organizational confidence, but he will need standout statistical performance or postseason success to break into the league's upper-tier linebacker discourse.