Benjamin St-juste

Career StatsB-

Year	Team	GP	INT	PD	Tkl
Career		70	2	41	243
2025		16	1	7	37
2024		17	0	7	71
2023		16

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Packers secured solid value by locking up Benjamin St-Juste at $4.9M AAV for two years, earning a B- CVI in what amounts to a prudent middle-tier investment. Green Bay identified a serviceable starter at cornerback and paid him accordingly — not the bargain-basement steal that gets you an A+ CVI, but far from the inflated deals that plague the position. At this stage of his career, St-Juste represents exactly the type of reliable depth piece that championship contenders need, and the relatively modest $3.0M guaranteed keeps the Packers' downside risk minimal. The two-year structure gives both sides flexibility while avoiding the long-term commitment that often backfires with cornerbacks who haven't yet proven they're franchise-caliber talents. This is smart roster construction — paying market rate for a known commodity rather than gambling on upside or overpaying for name recognition, giving Green Bay a dependable option in their secondary without breaking the bank.

Contracts in the Same Value Band

Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the B band — a quick read on where Benjamin's contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance Analysis

Benjamin St-Juste is a five-year NFL veteran cornerback entering his prime years with the Green Bay Packers. The 28-year-old has logged 70 career games and established himself as a reliable, though not elite, perimeter defender in the league. His current B-minus grade reflects a player who remains effective in coverage but faces mounting pressure to elevate his impact. St-Juste's pass defense metrics reveal a mixed profile for 2025. His pass deflection rate of 0.44 per game sits squarely at the NFL average of 0.33, demonstrating competent hands and awareness in zone coverage. However, his interception production of 0.06 per game trails the league average of 0.10 significantly, suggesting he struggles to generate takeaways despite reasonable opportunities. His tackle average of 2.31 matches the NFL mean, indicating solid run support without the explosive athleticism expected of elite cornerbacks. The most concerning trend is his season-long decline from a B-minus in 2024 to a C-minus so far in 2025, signaling either diminished play or increased schematic demands. Looking forward, St-Juste's trajectory depends on whether 2025's dip represents a temporary adjustment or the beginning of regression. His career body of work suggests he remains a capable starting option in man or zone schemes, but the current downward trend warrants monitoring. At 28, he has two to three years remaining as a reliable starter before age and declining athleticism become factors. The Packers should evaluate whether investing long-term in St-Juste makes sense or if addressing secondary depth remains a priority heading into 2026.

How Benjamin Compares at the Position

Benjamin St-juste ranks 65th of 272 graded cornerbacks by performance. That slots Benjamin between Ja'quan Mcmillian (B-) just ahead and Dru Phillips (B-) just behind.

Fan Sentiment

Green Bay adds a capable starter to strengthen cornerback depth for playoff contention. Media consensus is positive, with ESPN naming it among NFL's best signings this offseason. St-Juste's $10M contract signals the Packers view him as above-average starter material. Fans appreciate addressing a clear defensive need without major financial commitment. Green Bay's secondary should noticeably improve with his veteran experience anchoring coverage schemes.