A smart, low-risk depth signing that adds veteran experience to Indianapolis's linebacker corps. Multiple headlines highlight his prior relationship with coordinator Lou Anarumo as the defining storyline. That familiarity is the key signal — scheme-fit reunions consistently accelerate player contributions. Fans are cautiously optimistic, focused on whether Anarumo can unlock more from Davis-Gaither than Cincinnati did. Expect a rotational role with special teams upside, not a starter-level impact.
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This signing grades out as a slight overpay for the Indianapolis Colts — the team is getting approximately what they're paying for in on-field production. Akeem's on-field performance ranks in the bottom third among NFL LBs, grading him as a depth piece at the position. His $2.7M average annual value ranks as below-market money for the LB market. The production lines up closely with the price tag — depth piece production at below-market money, which is essentially paying fair market value. Akeem is squarely in his prime, which adds to the deal's upside — the team should get multiple productive seasons out of this contract.
Contract Details
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$2.7M
Guaranteed
$1.5M
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