Summary
Messiah Swinson carries a 39.0 dynasty score, ranking 177 at TE. Heading into 2026, he is 26 years old with 0 years remaining on his contract.
Projection Rationale
His efficiency grade is at the 50th percentile, indicating some consistency, but his production grade is at the 0th percentile, indicating a significant decline. With 0 years remaining on his contract, Swinson’s role security is uncertain.
Injury Risk
No injury entries in 2025. Swinson is 26 years old, which is considered relatively young, but his durability grade is at the 75th percentile, indicating some injury concerns.
Opportunity Notes
However, with the new coaching staff, his role is uncertain, and there may be competition for the tight end position.
Scheme Fit Analysis
Adam Stenavich coordinates a shanahan_tree offense with a 61.8% shotgun rate and a 14.8% play-action rate. Swinson’s production is affected by the team’s 50.2% run rate and 49.8% pass rate.
Trend Assessment
Declining. Swinson’s production grade is at the 0th percentile, indicating a sharp decline in production, and his trade value is 1,229, which is below average.
Ceiling / Floor
Ceiling: TE3-TE5, if Swinson regains his form and becomes a reliable tight end option. Floor: TE7-TE10, if he loses the starting job or his production continues to decline. Swinson’s trade value is 1,229, which is below average.
Comparable Player
Eric Green, 1999-2002.