A low-risk developmental signing with intriguing upside but unproven NFL production. Headlines praise his athleticism and a reported 'steal' potential, signaling media cautious optimism. His ex-basketball background and a notable 23-yard catch hint at raw but developing receiving skills. Fans are curious about the former hoops player converting fully to NFL tight end. Lohner projects as a practice squad or fringe roster candidate unless he flashes consistently in camp.
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This signing grades out as an overpay for the Denver Broncos — the team is paying more than the on-field production currently warrants. Caleb's on-field performance ranks in the bottom quartile among NFL TEs, grading him as an unproven at the position. His $968K average annual value ranks as bargain money for the TE market. The concern here is the gap between production and cost — unproven output at bargain money means the team is paying a premium above the player's on-field value. Caleb is squarely in his prime, which adds to the deal's upside — the team should get multiple productive seasons out of this contract.
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Total Value
$1.9M
AAV
$968K
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