D'shawn Jamison

Career StatsD

Year	Team	GP	INT	PD	Tkl
Career		15	—	1	10
2025		3	—	—	—
2024		3	0	3	8
2023		15

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

This signing grades out as a significant overpay for the Pittsburgh Steelers — the team is paying more than the on-field production currently warrants. D'shawn's on-field performance ranks in the bottom quartile among NFL CBs, grading him as an unproven at the position. His $1.1M average annual value ranks as bargain money for the CB market. The concern here is the gap between production and cost — unproven output at bargain money means the team is paying a premium above the player's on-field value. D'shawn is squarely in his prime, which adds to the deal's upside — the team should get multiple productive seasons out of this contract.

Performance Analysis

D'Shawn Jamison earns a D for the Steelers at cornerback, a young corner who has been developing in Pittsburgh's secondary without making a significant impact. Jamison has shown some competitiveness in coverage but has been inconsistent against NFL route runners. His size limitations have been exposed by bigger receivers, though his quickness in the slot has been a positive. Pittsburgh needs their young corners to develop quickly in a physical division, and Jamison has been adequate at best. He has the tools to be a useful nickel corner if he can refine his technique.

Fan Sentiment

A reserve/future signing of a fringe contributor — classic low-stakes roster housekeeping. Multiple outlets highlight his athleticism and late-season cameo, suggesting some genuine intrigue. The key signal is the reserve/future contract designation, confirming Jamison is a depth project, not a roster lock. Fans are mildly optimistic about his speed, but expectations remain appropriately tempered. Jamison will compete for a depth cornerback spot in 2026 camp with long odds of making the 53.