
#53 LB · Philadelphia Eagles
Height
6'3"
Weight
225 lbs
Age
29
College
Wisconsin
Draft
2020, Rd 3, #74
Experience
6 yrs
LB Rank
#36 / 349
Grade this player:
| 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 |
Length
3 years
Total Value
$51.0M
Guaranteed
$34.0M
AAV
$17.0M/yr
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.
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.
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| 2.0 |
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| 2022 | ![]() | 13 | 16 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 2021 | ![]() | 17 | 30 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 2020 | ![]() | 15 | 12 | 0.0 | 0 |
Updated Mar 19, 2026
Recent seasons are weighted more heavily in the overall performance grade.
B+
2025
(50% weight)
A-
2024
(30% weight)
F
2023
(20% weight)