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Low-impact depth signing that keeps familiar face in backup role. Multiple outlets covered the re-signing, indicating McCollum has established NFL presence. The one-year deal suggests team views him as adequate but replaceable depth piece. Fans likely indifferent to move given his limited playing time and impact. McCollum will compete for backup center duties behind starter.
Contract Value Index (CVI)
This signing grades out as a bad deal for the Pittsburgh Steelers — the team is paying more than the on-field production currently warrants. Ryan's on-field performance ranks in the bottom quartile among NFL Cs, grading him as an unproven at the position. His $1.0M average annual value ranks as bargain money for the C market. The concern here is the gap between production and cost — unproven output at bargain money means the team is paying a premium above the player's on-field value. Ryan is squarely in his prime, which adds to the deal's upside — the team should get multiple productive seasons out of this contract. The one-year deal minimizes the team's financial risk, effectively making this a prove-it contract.
Contract Details
- Length
- 1 year
- Total Value
- $1.0M
- AAV
- $1.0M
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