Zack Baun

Career StatsB-

Year	Team	GP	Tkl	Sacks	INT
Career		94	362	9.0	4
2025		16	123	3.5	2
2024		16	151	3.5	1
2023		17

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Eagles secured solid value with Zack Baun's three-year, $51M extension, landing a dependable linebacker at reasonable market rates in what qualifies as a fair deal. Baun has established himself as a solid starter in Philadelphia's defense, and his $17M AAV sits appropriately for a player in that production tier — not elite money, but fair compensation for consistent, above-average play at a premium position. At 27, Baun is entering his prime years, making this contract well-timed to capture his best football while avoiding the typical decline phase that often hits linebackers in their early thirties. The $34M in guaranteed money provides Baun with significant security while giving the Eagles reasonable flexibility if his performance dips, particularly with the third year likely carrying lower guarantees. This B- CVI reflects a sensible investment in defensive stability — Philadelphia gets a known commodity who can anchor their linebacker corps without breaking the bank or creating future salary cap headaches.

Performance Analysis

Zack Baun's B- grade in Philadelphia is one of the most impressive late-career breakthroughs in recent memory. Baun was a journeyman who never found consistent playing time before landing with the Eagles and absolutely exploding as a starting linebacker. His B- grade reflects the kind of elite-level tackle production and defensive versatility that had been hidden in him for years. Baun's instincts, speed, and physicality have made him a centerpiece of Philadelphia's defense. The Eagles took a low-risk bet on a player the league had overlooked, and it paid off spectacularly. Baun is playing like one of the best linebackers in the NFC.