Tez Johnson

Career StatsD-

Year	Team	GP	Rec	Yards	TD
Career		16	28	322	5
2025		16	28	322	5

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

This Tez Johnson signing represents a solid value play for Tampa Bay, earning a B+ CVI on what amounts to a low-risk depth investment. At just $1.1M AAV over four years, the Buccaneers are paying essentially replacement-level money for a receiver who projects as a reliable depth piece in their offensive system. The minimal guaranteed money ($0.1M) gives Tampa Bay tremendous flexibility to move on without salary cap consequences if Johnson doesn't develop as expected, while the four-year term provides cost control if he exceeds expectations and emerges as a more significant contributor. For a team that needs to maintain receiving corps depth behind their established starters, this contract structure allows them to develop a young asset without committing meaningful resources. Johnson's deal reflects the sweet spot of modern NFL roster construction — acquiring potential contributors at bargain prices while maintaining maximum roster flexibility.

Performance Analysis

Tez Johnson's D- grade in Tampa Bay captures a small, quick receiver trying to find his niche in the NFL. Johnson was a productive college receiver whose speed and route-running created separation at the college level, but the professional game has been an adjustment. His D- reflects limited production in a Buccaneers offense that has more established receiving options. Johnson's lack of size makes it difficult to compete in contested-catch situations, which limits his utility in the red zone. Tampa Bay's coaching staff sees some value in his quickness from the slot, but it hasn't translated to meaningful production yet. He needs to find a way to maximize his speed and route precision to survive in the NFL.