A smart, low-risk depth retention that keeps a proven practice squad success story in Buffalo. Multiple outlets covered the signing, highlighting Mathis's career resurrection after stints with Washington and the Bills' practice squad. The key signal is his 2024 performance earning a rostered opportunity — merit-based re-signing, not desperation. Fans are encouraged by Buffalo's loyalty to developmental players who produce when called upon. Mathis projects as a reliable rotational interior lineman providing dependable pass-rush depth in 2025.
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This extension grades out as a reasonable signing for the Buffalo Bills — the team is getting significantly more on-field production than what they're paying for. Phidarian's on-field performance ranks in the lower half among NFL DTs, grading him as a rotational player at the position. His $1.2M average annual value ranks as bargain money for the DT market. The production-to-cost ratio is favorable — rotational player output at a bargain price point represents solid asset management. Phidarian is squarely in his prime, which adds to the deal's upside — the team should get multiple productive seasons out of this contract. The one-year deal minimizes the team's financial risk, effectively making this a prove-it contract.
Contract Details
Length
1 year
Total Value
$1.2M
AAV
$1.2M
Guaranteed
$25K
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