Reddy Steward
#27 DB · Dallas Cowboys
1 transaction this offseason
Height
5'11"
Weight
178 lbs
Age
25
Draft
Undrafted
Experience
1 yr
C+
C+
N/A
PerformanceN/A
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The Verdict on Reddy, in One Read
On the books, the Contract Value Index reads C+, fairly priced. The public read is mixed (C+ Sentiment), drawn from current news and social signal rather than the box score. As a pro, expect these grades to move quickly as a real sample builds.
Career Stats
| Year | Team | GP | INT | PD | Tkl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 18 | — | 3 | 64 |
| 2025 | | 17 | 0 | 3 | 63 |
| 2024 |  | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Updated Mar 24, 2026
Current Contract
Total Value
$1.0M
AAV
$1.0M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
C+
Fair Value
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The C+ Contract Value Index on Reddy Steward's deal stems from how the cap hit lines up against on-field output. At $1.005M annually on a restricted free agent tender, Steward's compensation is squarely in the depth-piece range for a defensive back—affordable, low-risk, and consistent with the Cowboys' broader cost-control approach after their recent wave of offensive weapon signings. His 2025 season production of 63 tackles and 1.5 sacks across 17 games is solid reserve-level work without the interception or pass-breakup volume that would elevate a secondary contributor into a starter-track narrative; the D+ performance grade reflects that gap between organizational confidence and statistical validation. As a 24-year-old second-year player, Steward sits at an inflection point where development velocity matters more than current numbers—the media optimism around his mentorship dynamics and expanded 2026 opportunity is grounded in what the team believes he *can* become rather than what he's proven on tape so far. The CVI grade acknowledges that risk honestly: the tender keeps the Cowboys' financial exposure minimal while preserving flexibility, but Steward's on-field output will need to climb noticeably to make this a value-creation deal rather than a reasonable spec bet on a young player with organizational trust.
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 Reddy's contract sits relative to comparable money.
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Fan Sentiment
C+
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Dallas adds depth with a restricted free agent tender on promising DB Reddy Steward. Media coverage is moderately positive, highlighting his breakout potential and Trevon Diggs influence. The tender structure suggests the Cowboys value his development but lack urgency for long-term commitment. Fans see him as a solid rotational contributor who could eventually challenge for starting snaps. Steward will compete for expanded playing time in Dallas's secondary rotation this season.
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