Baun holds the edge, leading in 2 of 4 categories (tackles (career), passes defended (career)). Thibodeaux answers in sacks (career) — which is exactly why this is the marquee debate.
50Thibodeaux · Rotation piece
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50Baun · Rotation piece
Card value — head to head
Kayvon Thibodeaux
$12
Climbing
5-yr outlook+17%
Legacy floor100%
Zack Baun
$14
Climbing
5-yr outlook+21% ▲
Legacy floor100%
Card verdictZack Baun is the more valuable card today ($14 vs. $12). Zack Baun carries more projected upside (+21% vs. +17% over five years).