Zayne Anderson

Career StatsF

Year	Team	GP	INT	PD	Tkl
Career		44	1	2	36
2025		14	0	0	15
2024		16	1	2	16
2023		10

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

This signing grades out as a smart signing for the Miami Dolphins — the team is getting significantly more on-field production than what they're paying for. Zayne's on-field performance ranks in the middle of the pack among NFL Ss, grading him as a serviceable starter at the position. His $1.4M average annual value ranks as bargain money for the S market. The value equation works strongly in the team's favor — they're getting serviceable starter production at bargain cost, which is the kind of financial efficiency that builds roster depth. Zayne is squarely in his prime, which adds to the deal's upside — the team should get multiple productive seasons out of this contract. The 1-year, $1.4M deal ($753K guaranteed, 54%) keeps the commitment short, giving the team financial flexibility to move on if performance drops.

Performance Analysis

Zayne Anderson's F grade in Miami captures a safety who has been unable to establish himself at the NFL level. Anderson has bounced around the league as a depth defender and special teams contributor, but meaningful production has never materialized. His F grade reflects a player who isn't making enough plays to justify a roster spot. The Dolphins' secondary has better options, and Anderson has been outcompeted at every turn. His career in the NFL appears to be reaching its conclusion. Anderson gave it a shot but couldn't crack through the barrier between depth and contributor.

Fan Sentiment

A low-cost, high-effort depth add that fills Miami's special teams core nicely. Five headlines covered the move, emphasizing his special teams identity over defensive upside. The strongest signal is his proven special teams value with Green Bay, a known commodity. Fans see this as a smart complementary piece rather than an impact defensive signing. Anderson should carve out a reliable roster spot as Miami's core special teamer in 2024.