
DB · Tennessee Titans
1 transaction this offseason
Height
5'11"
Weight
203 lbs
Age
27
Draft
Undrafted
Experience
4 yrs
DB Rank
#4 / 20
Grade this player:
| Year | Team | GP | INT | PD | Tkl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | ![]() | 53 | 4 | 16 | 233 |
| 2025 | ![]() | 12 | 0 | 5 | 49 |
| 2024 | ![]() | 15 | 1 | 6 | 84 |
| 2023 | ![]() | 15 |
Length
1 year
Total Value
$2.1M
Guaranteed
$1.0M
AAV
$2.1M/yr
**This Tony Adams deal earns a C CVI — a fair market contract that reflects both his serviceable production and the realities of the safety market.** At $2.1M AAV, the Titans are paying appropriate compensation for a serviceable starter who can handle regular snaps without being a liability, though Adams isn't the difference-maker you'd want anchoring your secondary long-term. The 27-year-old defensive back is right in his athletic prime, making this a low-risk investment that avoids the age-related decline concerns you'd have with a 30+ safety on a multi-year deal. The one-year structure with only $1.0M guaranteed gives Tennessee maximum flexibility — they can evaluate Adams' fit in their system without being locked into dead money if he underperforms or gets injured. This represents solid roster management by the Titans, securing competent depth at a reasonable price point while maintaining cap space for bigger moves elsewhere.
Tony Adams' C grade with the Titans is an impressive result for a safety who has developed into a quality NFL starter. Adams has shown the kind of instincts, tackling, and coverage ability that modern defenses need from their safeties. His C grade reflects consistently solid production — he's making plays in coverage, supporting the run, and providing the kind of reliable back-end defense that keeps coordinators comfortable. Tennessee's secondary has benefited from Adams' development into a dependable starter. His football IQ and willingness to work in the film room have compensated for any athletic limitations. Adams is proof that not every NFL contributor needs to be a top draft pick.
A low-risk depth signing as Tennessee attempts to patch a leaky secondary. Multiple outlets reported the move with minimal fanfare, confirming it's a roster-filler addition. Adams is an undrafted safety with limited NFL snaps, signaling this is a camp-competition body. Fans note the Titans' defense still desperately needs a proven playmaker, not another developmental piece. Adams likely competes for a practice squad spot unless injuries open a surprise door.
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| 2022 | ![]() | 11 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
Updated Jan 1, 1970
Recent seasons are weighted more heavily in the overall performance grade.
C
2025
(50% weight)
C
2024
(30% weight)
C+
2023
(20% weight)