Jake Browning

Career StatsD+

Year	Team	GP	Yards	TD	INT	RTG
Career		17	2,707	18	15	89.1
2025		5	771	6	8	71.1
2024		3	0	0	0	39.6

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

This signing grades out as about market rate for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers — the team is getting approximately what they're paying for in on-field production. Jake's on-field performance ranks in the top 30% among NFL QBs, grading him as an above-average starter at the position. His $1.3M average annual value ranks as mid-range money for the QB market. The production-to-cost ratio is favorable — above-average starter output at a mid-range price point represents solid asset management. Jake is squarely in his prime, which adds to the deal's upside — the team should get multiple productive seasons out of this contract. The 1-year, $1.3M deal ($400K guaranteed, 30%) keeps the commitment short, giving the team financial flexibility to move on if performance drops.

Performance Analysis

Jake Browning earns a D+ grade as a quarterback who delivered a memorable late-2023 run in Cincinnati but has not sustained that level of play. His 2,707 passing yards and 18 touchdowns across 17 career games show he can be productive when given consistent playing time, and the four rushing touchdowns add a scrambling dimension. The 2023 run was electric — Browning stepped in for the injured Joe Burrow and led the Bengals to a playoff berth with clutch performances. However, limited playing time in 2024 and 2025 confirmed that he remains a backup rather than a legitimate starter. Now with the Buccaneers, Browning brings the proven ability to win games in a pinch, making him one of the more desirable backup quarterbacks in the league.

Fan Sentiment

A sensible depth add, bringing in a QB who proved capable during Cincinnati's 2023 stretch run. Multiple sources confirmed the one-year deal, reflecting modest but genuine league interest in Browning. His record-setting AFC North stint signals real backup-starter upside beyond a typical camp arm. Bucs fans see this as a solid insurance policy behind Baker Mayfield heading into 2024. Browning projects as a reliable emergency starter rather than a serious challenger for the starting job.