Mitchell Fraboni

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

Mitchell Fraboni's $1.39M deal lands at a C+ Contract Value Index, signaling a measured outcome for Denver. The Broncos' decision to extend him for three years reflects organizational confidence in his reliability at long snapper—a position where consistency and availability matter far more than statistical flash, and where his 2025 season production of 4 tackles across 17 games underscores his role as a depth-chart contributor on special teams rather than a high-impact defensive asset. At $1.39M AAV, Fraboni sits comfortably at the floor of the specialist market; the contract carries minimal cap burden and poses no long-term salary risk, which is precisely appropriate for a long snapper of his tier. He's a fourth-year player at 29, well within the productive window for a position that doesn't typically decline sharply with age, and his Pro Bowl Alternate selection validates that he's earned legitimate league-wide recognition as a competent long snapper—a quiet but meaningful endorsement of his craft. The C+ grade captures this reality: he's a stable, underrated contributor whose compensation matches his role and value, anchored by an underdog narrative that has genuinely resonated with the Denver fanbase and coaching staff. That said, the recent addition of depth-chart competition introduces a note of caution; while the contract extension itself signals security, the front office's willingness to stress-test the position suggests they view his spot as earnable rather than immovable heading into 2026.

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 Mitchell's contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance AnalysisNot Tracked

Performance grades for LSs 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.

Current Sentiment

Public perception of Mitchell Fraboni sits at a B- sentiment grade, capturing how the Denver Broncos fan base and beat writers are framing his role. The narrative around him is built on a genuinely compelling underdog story—a former bartender who clawed his way into the NFL and has earned lasting respect from coaches, teammates, and the special-teams community through consistency and professionalism. Media coverage consistently frames him as an "unsung hero," and his Pro Bowl Alternate selection validates that he's earned legitimate league-wide recognition as a competent long snapper in a position most fans never think about. However, the recent addition of depth-chart competition has introduced a layer of caution into the discourse; while Denver's three-year contract extension signals organizational confidence, the front office's willingness to bring in alternatives suggests they're at least stress-testing his job security heading into 2026. His standing remains quiet and stable—a feel-good roster story that the fanbase genuinely appreciates—but the narrative now hinges on his ability to stay healthy and outperform the incoming competition to hold onto his secure-seeming spot.