
WR · Dallas Cowboys
Height
6'3"
Weight
205 lbs
Age
24
College
Oregon
Draft
Undrafted
Experience
0 yrs
WR Rank
#74 / 309
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Length
2 years
Total Value
$1.9M
AAV
$968K/yr
The Cowboys landed solid depth value with Traeshon Holden's 2-year, $1.9M deal, earning a C+ CVI that represents a fair market transaction for a developmental receiver. At just $950K AAV, Dallas is paying bottom-tier starter money for a player whose production metrics suggest he's still finding his footing in the NFL but shows enough flashes to warrant investment. The modest annual commitment gives the Cowboys financial flexibility while providing Holden runway to develop his route-running precision and contested catch ability over the next two seasons. With only $1.9M in total exposure, this contract carries minimal downside risk — if Holden doesn't pan out, Dallas can move on without salary cap consequences, but if he emerges as a reliable WR3 or special teams contributor, they'll have locked up above-average value. This represents smart roster building for a Cowboys team that needs affordable depth pieces while managing larger contracts elsewhere, giving them a lottery ticket on a young receiver without breaking the bank.
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