Ryan Neuzil

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Atlanta Falcons significantly overpaid for Ryan Neuzil, turning what should have been a modest depth signing into a head-scratching F CVI that reeks of desperation at center. At $4.8M annually, the Falcons are paying above-average starter money for a player with an unproven performance tier who has barely established himself as a reliable NFL contributor. The two-year commitment with $6.3M guaranteed doubles down on the mistake, creating meaningful dead money risk for a player who hasn't demonstrated he can consistently protect the quarterback or anchor an offensive line. While center is undeniably crucial and the market has been inflated by premium deals, this contract represents the kind of reach that happens when teams panic about filling holes rather than properly evaluating talent versus cost. The Falcons essentially bet big on projection rather than production, and this F CVI reflects a deal that should haunt their salary cap flexibility while likely failing to solve their interior line concerns.

Performance Analysis

Ryan Neuzil's F grade with the Falcons captures a center who has been overmatched at the NFL level. Atlanta's interior offensive line has been a weakness, and Neuzil has been part of the problem. His F grade reflects a player who is getting consistently beaten by NFL-caliber nose tackles and middle linebackers. The run-blocking push from the center position has been nonexistent, and his pass protection has been equally problematic. The Falcons need a serious upgrade at center, and Neuzil isn't the long-term answer. His presence on the roster is more about a lack of better options than any particular strength he brings. Atlanta will need to address the position through the draft or free agency.