Yaya Diaby

Career StatsC-

Year	Team	GP	Tkl	Sacks	INT
Career		51	142	19.0	—
2025		17	50	7.0	0
2024		17	54	4.5	0
2023		18

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

This four-year extension for Yaya Diaby represents an absolute steal for Tampa Bay, locking up a serviceable starter at linebacker for just $1.4M annually and earning an A CVI grade. The Buccaneers are getting remarkable value here, paying backup-level money for a player who has established himself as a consistent contributor in their defensive scheme. At 25 years old, Diaby is entering his prime years, making this deal even more attractive as he could easily outperform this modest salary if he continues developing. The contract structure heavily favors Tampa Bay with minimal guaranteed money ($1.0M) and manageable annual commitments, essentially giving them a cost-controlled asset with minimal downside risk. In an era where serviceable linebackers routinely command $8-12M per year, the Bucs have secured quality depth and potential starter production at a fraction of market rate, freeing up significant cap space to address other roster needs while maintaining defensive continuity.

Performance Analysis

Yaya Diaby's C- grade with the Buccaneers is an encouraging result for an edge rusher who has developed into a useful pass-rush contributor. Diaby was a raw, athletic prospect who has steadily improved since entering the league. His C- reflects above-average production from the edge — he's generating pressure, accumulating some sacks, and showing the motor that Tampa Bay's defense needs. The Buccaneers' pass rush has been boosted by Diaby's development into a legitimate rotational threat. His improving technique and consistent effort suggest the grade will continue climbing. Diaby is a development success story in progress.