Derion Kendrick

Career StatsC

Year	Team	GP	INT	PD	Tkl
Career		47	3	19	102
2025		15	2	5	10
2023		17	1	10	49
2022		15

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

Derion Kendrick's Contract Value Index lands at C+, putting the deal in a defined slice of comparable signings. At $1.315M on a one-year rookie scale contract, Kendrick is being compensated as a depth cornerback—which aligns cleanly with his production and career arc as a third-year player out of the 2022 sixth-round class. His 2025 season saw him log 10 tackles and 2 interceptions across 15 games, modest counting stats that underscore a rotational role rather than a featured starter. The C performance grade reflects that middling production, though the B- sentiment grade indicates the market still values his 18 games of starting experience and two national championships from Georgia as legitimate depth insurance. At cornerback, a $1.315M AAV is appropriate for a reliable rotational piece who can compete for nickel snaps without demanding premium dollars—he's neither overpaid nor a bargain, but fairly slotted given his modest film and modest role. The one-year structure carries zero long-term cap risk and allows both player and team maximum flexibility heading into a crowded secondary market. Kendrick represents smart incremental depth-building with no dead-cap anchor.

Contracts in the Same Value Band

Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the C band — a quick read on where Derion's contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance Analysis

Derion Kendrick produces at a tier that grades a C performance mark for Los Angeles Rams. The third-year cornerback finished the 2025 season with 10 tackles and 2 INTs across 15 games, a profile that slots him as a solid-to-middling rotational defender rather than a reliable starter or high-impact safety valve. His interception production stands out as the statistical bright spot in an otherwise modest tackling output, demonstrating he can still generate plays on the ball in coverage situations. The volume of tackles, however, suggests limited snap share or opportunities—a telling sign that his role remains depth-oriented rather than a featured assignment in the secondary. At 25 and in his third NFL season as a sixth-round draft pick, Kendrick carries championship pedigree from his Georgia tenure and has logged 18 games of starting experience, credentials that position him as valuable depth insurance. The media consensus frames him as a reliable rotational piece who should compete for nickel looks and provide veteran secondary presence, fitting the profile of a complementary defender who brings experience without demanding alpha-tier production. For a team managing secondary depth concerns, his ability to stay healthy and contribute in limited snaps makes him a measured addition rather than a transformative one.

How Derion Compares at the Position

Derion Kendrick ranks 113th of 270 graded cornerbacks by performance. That slots Derion between C.j. Henderson (C) just ahead and Maxwell Hairston (C) just behind.

Fan Sentiment

Derion Kendrick carries a **B-** sentiment grade, reflecting cautiously optimistic views about his role as a depth cornerback for the Los Angeles Rams. The media frames him as a solid rotational piece with legitimate starting experience (18 games) and an impressive championship resume, having won two national titles at Georgia that demonstrate his ability to perform in high-pressure situations. His reputation centers around being reliable depth insurance rather than a game-changing talent, with analysts appreciating his experience and pedigree while acknowledging he's not an elite-tier corner. Fans and media alike view Kendrick as a smart addition to address secondary depth concerns, particularly given recent pass coverage struggles. The consensus suggests he'll compete for nickel snaps and provide valuable rotational coverage behind established starters, fitting the mold of a middling-to-solid contributor who brings championship experience to a defensive backfield.