Summary
Nick Bolton carries a 98.0 dynasty score, ranking 4 at LB. At age 26 with 2 years remaining on his contract, Bolton’s production trajectory is stable.
Projection Rationale
In 2025, Bolton recorded 73 solo tackles, indicating a stable production trajectory. His Verdict production grade is at the 90th percentile, while his efficiency grade is at the 58th percentile, indicating a 32nd percentile gap between production and efficiency. Bolton’s contract situation provides role security with 2 years remaining and a $15,000,000 APY.
Injury Risk
No injury entries in 2025. Nick Bolton’s Verdict durability grade percentile is 80, indicating a moderate risk profile given his age.
Opportunity Notes
Bolton’s snap share trended down in 2025, averaging 98.6% of defensive snaps. However, he remains a key contributor to the Chiefs’ defense.
Scheme Fit Analysis
Steve Spagnuolo coordinates a 4-3 defense with a 31.4% blitz rate. The 4-3 scheme helps Bolton’s tackling efficiency, as evident from his Verdict efficiency grade at the 58th percentile.
Trend Assessment
Rising
Bolton’s efficiency grade is at the 58th percentile, a 16th percentile improvement from 2024. This indicates an improvement in tackling efficiency.
Ceiling / Floor
Bolton’s ceiling is LB2-LB3, which requires him to maintain his current tackling efficiency and snap share. His floor is LB4, which is his current rank, and references his trade value of 5,145.
Comparable Player
Luke Kuechly, 2011-2016.