Courtney Upshaw is a career quality starter — a pass rusher whose body of work places Upshaw in the top half of all players at the position historically. The Knox model values sustained contribution over flash, and Upshaw's career arc reflects exactly that kind of reliable professional-grade performance.
A edge rusher with a above-average career — the kind of consistent contributor every roster needs. Solid availability (exceptional availability — almost never missed time) added to their value.
Worth 13 points of value above a freely-available replacement edge rusher — top 75% of all 4,666 ranked at the position. 3 of 6 seasons cleared the replacement bar, by +4.3 on average.See board →
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Career Value · VORP
13 career value over replacement — #3450 all-time of 4,666. 2.2/season above a replacement-level EDGE.
Pick #35 (Rd 2) · BAL · 2012 · -1.9 vs expected KV-H
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