Riley

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Titans secured solid value with their $1.4M deal for Riley, earning a C+ CVI that represents a fair market transaction for a backup-caliber player. At just over league minimum, this contract reflects appropriate pricing for a depth piece who can step in when needed without breaking the bank or creating long-term financial risk. The one-year structure is particularly savvy for Tennessee, allowing them to evaluate Riley's contributions while maintaining maximum roster flexibility heading into next season's free agency period. This isn't a needle-moving signing, but it's exactly the type of low-risk, cost-controlled depth addition that smart organizations make to round out their roster. The Titans essentially bought themselves a lottery ticket at an affordable price — if Riley exceeds expectations, they get excellent value, and if not, they can easily move on without any salary cap consequences.

Performance AnalysisPre-Debut

Riley has not yet appeared in an NFL regular season game. A performance grade will be automatically generated once career statistics become available and the 16-game minimum is reached.

Fan Sentiment

A low-stakes roster shuffle, this is a classic camp-body practice squad addition. Headlines confirm it's buried in a three-move practice squad tweak, drawing minimal media attention. Riley's FSU linebacker background signals developmental upside, but no NFL impact stats suggest he's roster-ready. Titans fans are largely indifferent, focused on fixing the defense after getting steamrolled by Taylor in Week 8. Riley has a long shot at cracking the 53-man roster without significant injuries ahead of him.