DeRrick Graham

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The C+ Contract Value Index on DeRrick Graham's deal stems from how the cap hit lines up against on-field output. At $1.03M AAV over three years, Houston is spending minimal cap real estate on an undrafted free agent offensive tackle with no meaningful NFL track record—a classic low-risk depth addition that avoids the franchise-tag commitment or mid-tier starter salary entirely. The contract structure reflects appropriate caution: this is not a vote of confidence in Graham as an immediate starter, but rather a camp audition priced like a workout body, which aligns squarely with fair value for a depth-chart competitor trying to earn his way into snaps. Against the backdrop of Houston's recent offensive line tinkering—the release of Sidy Sow, signings of K.C. Ossai and K.C. Ossal, and the broader rotation of depth pieces—Graham fits the team's apparent strategy of cycling through low-cost prospects rather than committing premium dollars to unproven players. The C+ verdict reflects that the Texans are neither overpaying nor capturing a bargain; they are simply allocating minimal capital to a camp body with a Tulane pedigree and former Titans familiarity, and whether that translates to contributor or exit depends entirely on his preseason and training-camp performance. If Graham proves himself and earns meaningful snaps, the deal becomes a steal; if he cycles out, it was always cheap enough to absorb the sunk cost without consequence—that optionality at this price point is precisely why the value lands at fair market rather than overpay.

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 DeRrick's contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance AnalysisNot Tracked

Performance grades for OTs are not available. ESPN does not track individual statistics for offensive linemen, punters, long snappers, or fullbacks. This player will remain ungraded unless they change positions.

Fan Sentiment

DeRrick Graham draws a C sentiment grade as the Houston Texans narrative reflects his on-field role. Media coverage frames him as a low-risk depth addition rather than a roster transformation—emphasis lands on his Tulane pedigree and former Titans connection, which suggest familiarity within the organization, but his undrafted status and lack of NFL experience temper expectations considerably. The narrative centers on opportunity: Graham is viewed as a camp body with a genuine shot to prove himself during training camp, but skepticism prevails about whether he'll earn meaningful snaps once the regular season begins. Against the backdrop of Houston's recent roster churn—cuts to Sidy Sow and Ajani Carter, signings of K.C. Ossai, K.C. Ossal, and Jha'Quan Jackson—Graham's addition reads as part of a broader offensive line depth hunt rather than a statement move. The fanbase and media consensus treats this as a typical preseason audition rather than a breakthrough moment; he'll need to translate his workout pedigree into on-field performance to shift the narrative from "camp body" to "contributor."