Wyatt Teller

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

Spotrac flags Wyatt Teller's contract as a market-rate deal; FanVerdicts grades it C+ Contract Value Index because the production-to-pay ratio shakes out accordingly. At $8M AAV over two years, Teller is being compensated as a solid starter at guard—a fair price for a Pro Bowl-caliber run-blocker, but one that carries real durability risk given he appeared in just 13 games during the 2025 season, signaling the health concerns that tempered his recent Cleveland tenure. The guard market rewards proven, durable anchors; Teller's talent justifies this tier of pay, yet the games-played number undercuts the argument that Houston is getting elite production at a discount. At 31 and eight seasons into his career, Teller is squarely in the "prove-it" window—the Texans are betting that a change of scenery and a fresh organizational investment around their franchise quarterback will unlock the nasty, elite run-blocking version the media has championed, rather than the injury-prone version that struggled to stay on the field in Cleveland. The CVI reflects this tension: the deal is neither an overpay nor a steal, but rather a calculated gamble on availability and scheme fit at a reasonable guard salary. With two years of contract certainty and a team that has clearly signaled its commitment to offensive line infrastructure through coordinated signings, Houston is investing in present-window stability, not futures upside—a pragmatic choice for a 12-win team currently holding the fifth AFC seed.

Contracts in the Same Value Band

Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the C band — a quick read on where Wyatt's contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance Analysis

Wyatt Teller has established himself as a reliable, if unspectacular, veteran presence on the Texans' offensive line, bringing eight seasons of professional experience and 55 career games played to a position where durability and consistency form the foundation of offensive success. The 31-year-old guard occupies a crucial role in Houston's run-blocking scheme, where his ability to stay healthy and command the interior of the line week in and week out provides the coaching staff with dependable continuity at a position that demands technical precision and leverage mastery. Teller's solid durability record—maintaining availability through the rigors of an NFL career while operating in one of the league's most physically demanding positions—speaks to his professionalism and conditioning, though his B-minus performance grade suggests he operates within acceptable parameters rather than as a standout performer. In an era where interior line play is increasingly measured by impact on ground games and pass protection efficiency, Teller serves as a steady, workmanlike contributor whose value lies in his reliability rather than his explosiveness or standout athleticism. Moving forward, watch whether the Texans view him as a long-term fixture or gradually integrate younger talent, as his trajectory at this stage of his career will likely reflect the team's overall assessment of their offensive line's competitive window.

How Wyatt Compares at the Position

Wyatt Teller ranks 32nd of 173 graded gs by performance. That slots Wyatt between Tyler Booker (B-) just ahead and Ben Bredeson (C+) just behind.

Fan Sentiment

Houston adds a former Pro Bowler to stabilize its offensive line depth. Media consensus suggests Teller provides proven guard experience after Browns departure. The key signal: Teller's admission of complacency indicates potential motivation issues in Houston. Fans debate whether he can recapture Pro Bowl form or remains past prime. Texans bet on a motivated veteran bounce-back to protect their QB investment.