
DL · Minnesota Vikings
1 transaction this offseason
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Length
3 years
Total Value
$3.1M
AAV
$1.0M/yr
This signing grades out as a slight overpay for the Minnesota Vikings — the team is getting approximately what they're paying for in on-field production. Smith's on-field performance ranks in the bottom quartile among NFL DLs, grading him as an unproven at the position. His $1.0M average annual value ranks as bargain money for the DL market. The production lines up closely with the price tag — unproven production at bargain money, which is essentially paying fair market value. Smith is squarely in his prime, which adds to the deal's upside — the team should get multiple productive seasons out of this contract. The 3-year, $3.1M contract represents a significant commitment with heavy guarantees.
Smith Vilbert 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.
Vikings add depth with a low-risk UDFA defensive lineman signing. Multiple outlets reported the 6'6" Penn State/UNC prospect earned opportunity after rookie minicamp. Physical tools suggest developmental potential, though limited college production raises ceiling questions. Fans view this as typical camp body addition with minimal immediate impact. Vilbert will compete for practice squad or depth roster spot this offseason.
3 yr / $3.1M
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Smith Vilbert is a player on the Minnesota Vikings roster listed at DL for the Minnesota Vikings. FanVerdicts maintains four independent grades for every NFL player on an active roster — Contract Value Index for the deal itself, Performance for on-field production, Sentiment for media and fan reaction, and Fan Verdict for community voting. Current grades for Smith Vilbert: Contract Value Index C+, Performance pending, Sentiment D+, Fan Verdict pending.
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