Elgton Jenkins

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

This signing grades out as a great value signing for the Cleveland Browns — the team is getting significantly more on-field production than what they're paying for. Elgton's on-field performance ranks in the middle of the pack among NFL Cs, grading him as a serviceable starter at the position. His $12.0M average annual value ranks as bargain money for the C market. The value equation works strongly in the team's favor — they're getting serviceable starter production at bargain cost, which is the kind of financial efficiency that builds roster depth. Elgton is squarely in his prime, which adds to the deal's upside — the team should get multiple productive seasons out of this contract. The 2-year, $24.0M deal ($20.0M guaranteed, 83%) keeps the commitment short, giving the team financial flexibility to move on if performance drops.

Performance Analysis

Elgton Jenkins earns an F for the Browns at center, one of the most disappointing grades for a player with this much versatility on his resume. Jenkins was once one of the most valuable offensive linemen in the NFL with the Packers, capable of playing every position on the line at a high level. Injuries have completely derailed that trajectory, and his play in Cleveland has been a shadow of his former self. The Browns expected a franchise-caliber interior lineman, and instead they have gotten one of the worst-graded centers in football. The decline from elite to unplayable has been one of the more shocking developments on any offensive line.

Fan Sentiment

Cleveland lands a versatile, proven offensive lineman in a smart quality-starter acquisition. Multiple outlets confirm Jenkins views Cleveland as his ideal destination, signaling genuine commitment. His ability to play guard and center gives the Browns rare positional flexibility along the interior. Fans are buzzing about whether Jenkins slots at center or shifts Teven Jenkins elsewhere. At $12M annually, this deal positions Cleveland's rebuilt offensive line as a legitimate strength in 2025.