Reddy Steward

Career StatsD+

Year	Team	GP	INT	PD	Tkl
Career		18	—	3	64
2025		17	0	3	63
2024		1	0	0	1

Updated Mar 24, 2026

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Cowboys locked up a solid depth piece at an extremely team-friendly price, making Reddy Steward's $1.0M deal a clear steal that earns a B- CVI. Dallas is paying rotational player money for rotational player production, but at just 24 years old, Steward represents the kind of low-cost defensive back depth that championship teams are built on. The financial commitment is minimal enough that even if Steward never develops beyond his current role, the Cowboys aren't handicapped by dead money or salary cap constraints. With defensive backs often taking developmental leaps in their mid-twenties, this contract provides Dallas with upside optionality while maintaining maximum flexibility. This is exactly the type of shrewd roster-building move that allows teams to allocate premium dollars to star players while maintaining quality depth throughout the secondary.

Performance Analysis

Reddy Steward's D+ grade with the Cowboys positions him as a depth defensive back who has shown some promise without breaking through. The young defender has contributed primarily on special teams while providing insurance in the secondary. His D+ suggests a player with enough athletic ability to stick on an NFL roster but not enough production to demand significant defensive snaps. Steward's versatility — he can line up at multiple spots in the secondary — gives him value as a utility piece. Dallas' defense needs contributors, and Steward is on the fringe of earning a larger role. A strong offseason could push him into the backup safety conversation.

Fan Sentiment

A smart depth move, retaining a versatile defensive back who provides reliable rotational value. Headlines highlight Steward's versatility and Trevon Diggs' influence on his development as positives. The ERFA tender signals the Cowboys see enough value to keep him without a bidding war. Fans are curious whether Steward can step into a more meaningful role with Diggs recovering from injury. Steward projects as a serviceable backup corner who could earn expanded snaps if he continues developing.