Phillip Dorsett Ii

Career StatsF

Year	Team	GP	Rec	Yards	TD
Career		94	151	2,001	12
2025		1	0	0	0
2024		3	0	0	0
2023		2

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

This Phillip Dorsett II signing earns an A- CVI as a textbook low-risk depth acquisition that delivers exceptional value at the bottom of the market. At just $0.8M annually, the Raiders are paying replacement-level money for a proven depth piece who brings legitimate NFL experience and special teams versatility — exactly the type of veteran minimum deal that savvy front offices should prioritize. Dorsett's career arc as a former first-round pick who settled into a reliable fourth or fifth receiver role makes him an ideal insurance policy, capable of stepping up when injuries inevitably hit the receiving corps without breaking the salary cap. The contract structure carries virtually zero risk given the minimal financial commitment, while the upside of having a veteran who has produced in playoff environments with New England provides valuable roster depth that most teams struggle to find at this price point. For a Raiders team looking to build sustainable depth behind their top receivers, this signing represents the kind of smart, low-cost roster building that allows teams to allocate premium dollars elsewhere while maintaining competitive depth throughout the lineup.

Performance Analysis

Phillip Dorsett II's F grade with the Raiders is the final chapter for a speedster whose career never matched the draft-day promise. The former first-round pick had 4.33 speed that was supposed to terrify defensive coordinators, but Dorsett never developed the route-running or hands to capitalize on that elite athletic profile. His stops in Indianapolis, New England, and now Las Vegas have all produced the same result: a deep threat who doesn't catch enough passes to justify his roster spot. The F grade is accurate for a receiver who has been living off straight-line speed alone for too long. Las Vegas' passing attack needs playmakers, and Dorsett isn't providing that. His NFL career has been a cautionary tale about the limits of pure speed without complementary skills.

Fan Sentiment

A low-risk, low-reward futures contract signing that adds depth but little excitement. Headlines confirm this is part of a 12-player futures batch, signaling minimal individual importance. Dorsett's career has been defined by inconsistency and injuries despite early first-round promise. Fans will note the irony of replacing Cooper-level talent with a fringe roster candidate. Dorsett faces long odds to make the final 53-man roster in Las Vegas.