Tyler Davis

Career StatsD-

Year	Team	GP	Sacks	Tkl	TFL
Career		33	1.5	72	4
2025		17	1.0	43	1.5
2024		16	0.5	29	2.5

Updated Jun 6, 2026

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

Above-replacement production at the DE salary tier earns Tyler Davis a D+ Contract Value Index. His 2025 season—43 tackles, 1 sack across 17 games—reflects the modest individual production expected of a second-year edge rusher still developing his craft, which explains the significant gap between his institutional standing and his statistical impact. At $1.05M AAV on a four-year rookie scale deal, Davis is performing exactly as the contract tier suggests: a young depth piece with upside rather than an immediate impact contributor, and the salary reflects that realistic ceiling. The Rams' recent personnel moves—most notably the acquisition of an elite pass rusher and multiple defensive line signings—signal that the organization views Davis as a complementary piece in their defensive rotation rather than a cornerstone, reinforcing the CVI's assessment that his current deal is appropriately scaled to his output. Media framing remains decidedly positive, positioning him as a promising developmental starter with organizational backing, but that institutional confidence has not yet translated into the sack production or disruptive play that would justify a premium valuation. At 25 years old with two seasons of tape, Davis remains on the trajectory outlined by his draft capital, and the rookie deal structure provides the Rams low-cost flexibility to develop him further—a smart contract match for a player whose on-field growth has simply not yet matched the expectations his position and pedigree carry.

Contracts in the Same Value Band

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

Performance Analysis

On tape and on the stat sheet, Tyler Davis earns a D- performance grade among DE peers. The 2025 season showed modest impact for the second-year defensive end: 43 tackles and 1 sack across 17 games represents below-average production for a starter tasked with disrupting opposing offenses, and the sack total in particular underscores his current role as a run-defender and occasional pass-rush contributor rather than a high-volume threat off the edge. His durability is not in question—he logged a full 17-game slate—but the tackles-to-sacks ratio (43:1) reveals a player generating volume in gap responsibility without translating that into consistent pressure at the quarterback level. Davis functions as an established starter in the Rams' defensive line rotation, a designation that carries institutional confidence heading into his second season, yet his statistical output lags the elite and even above-average tier. The recent media narrative positions him as a developmental piece the organization backs, and the Rams' offseason moves—notably acquiring Myles Garrett via trade and signing additional defensive line depth—suggest the team recognizes Davis needs to evolve his pass-rush production if he's to justify a central role long-term. At 25 years old on his rookie scale contract, Davis has runway to develop, but the D- grade reflects a player whose early NFL footprint has been defined by solid presence rather than impact.

How Tyler Compares at the Position

Tyler Davis ranks 138th of 147 graded defensive ends by performance. That slots Tyler between Dylan Horton (D-) just ahead and Yahya Black (D-) just behind.

Current Sentiment

Tyler Davis carries an A- public perception heading into 2026, reflecting the kind of steady, institutional confidence that builds around promising young defensive linemen. The Rams have publicly positioned him as an established starter on their defensive line entering his second season, with organizational media highlighting his role among their four primary defensive starters—a clear vote of confidence from the franchise. His sentiment benefits from consistent positive framing around development and potential, though the coverage remains measured rather than celebratory, acknowledging his modest 1.5 career sacks across two seasons. The media narrative positions Davis as a foundational piece the organization believes in rather than a breakout star, creating the type of quiet, constructive reputation that serves young defensive linemen well. While peer recognition through Clemson alumni features adds to his positive profile, his perception remains grounded in promise and organizational backing rather than dominant statistical production. This A- grade reflects a player in that sweet spot of institutional trust and developmental optimism, with the Rams clearly viewing him as part of their defensive future despite his still-emerging statistical impact.