Las Vegas Raiders sign Dareke Young
Dareke Young
UNK · Las Vegas Raiders
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Sentiment Analysis
Raiders add depth at receiver with Young, a journeyman option for 2024. Multiple outlets frame this as a meaningful addition, suggesting optimism in Las Vegas. The Kubiak connection signals scheme fit, though Young lacks proven statistical consistency. Fans view this as a solid depth move rather than a franchise cornerstone. Young should compete for snaps in a competitive Raiders receiving rotation.
Contract Value Index (CVI)
This signing grades out as a slight overpay for the Las Vegas Raiders — the team is getting approximately what they're paying for in on-field production. Dareke's on-field performance ranks in the bottom quartile among NFL UNKs, grading him as an unproven at the position. His $1.8M average annual value ranks as bargain money for the UNK market. The production lines up closely with the price tag — unproven production at bargain money, which is essentially paying fair market value. Dareke 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, $1.8M deal ($800K guaranteed, 44%) keeps the commitment short, giving the team financial flexibility to move on if performance drops.
Contract Details
- Length
- 1 year
- Total Value
- $1.8M
- AAV
- $1.8M
- Guaranteed
- $800K
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