Jalen Reeves-Maybin

Career StatsC

Year	Team	GP	Tkl	Sacks	INT
Career		117	223	1.5	—
2025		3	2	0.0	0
2024		10	14	0.0	0
2023		17

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

Jalen Reeves-Maybin drew a C+ on the Contract Value Index — a calibrated read on Chicago's cap allocation at linebacker. At $795K AAV, this is a functionally free addition to the Bears' roster; you're paying replacement-level money for an established veteran in year nine, which means there's virtually no downside risk on the contract itself. His 2025 season stats of 2 tackles across 3 games align squarely with his C- performance grade and the media narrative positioning him as depth rather than a rotational starter—he's logging minimal snaps and delivering minimal production, exactly what you'd expect from a low-volume insurance linebacker. At 31, Reeves-Maybin is operating as a pure depth piece with leadership value; the NFLPA presidency and veteran presence matter more to this signing than any on-field impact projection. The Bears' recent linebacker movement—adding Jon Rhattigan while signing secondary depth—suggests Chicago is comfortable with Reeves-Maybin in a special teams and emergency-snap role, not as a building block. For a franchise sitting at 11-6 and targeting playoff contention, this contract represents exactly what it should: a nominal cap commitment buying you a reliable veteran without overextending yourself, which explains why sentiment on this deal remains measured and positive rather than exciting.

Contracts in the Same Value Band

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

Performance Analysis

Jalen Reeves-Maybin is a nine-year veteran linebacker for the Chicago Bears currently operating as a rotational defender. The 31-year-old has appeared in 117 career games, establishing himself as a reliable depth piece and special-teams contributor throughout his tenure. His overall performance grade of C reflects his standing as a journeyman linebacker competing for snaps in an increasingly competitive position room. Reeves-Maybin's current season metrics reveal a significant decline in on-field impact. He averages 1.40 tackles per game, well below the NFL average of 2.19 and substantially short of elite production benchmarks near 7.32 tackles. His participation rate and assignment consistency suggest limited defensive roles, making it difficult to generate the tackle volume necessary for meaningful statistical contributions. The downward trend from a D+ grade in 2024 to his current season marks a concerning trajectory for a player entering the twilight of his career. Looking forward, Reeves-Maybin faces mounting pressure to justify roster space as the Bears continue evaluating their linebacker depth. At his age and current production level, his future likely depends on special-teams value and veteran locker-room presence rather than defensive performance expectations. Monitor his snap counts and role definition heading into 2026, as significant increases would signal the team's confidence in his ability to reverse the trend.

How Jalen Compares at the Position

Jalen Reeves-Maybin ranks 168th of 339 graded linebackers by performance. That slots Jalen between Darius Muasau (C) just ahead and K.c. Ossai (C) just behind.

Fan Sentiment

Depth linebacker signing with minimal immediate impact on Chicago's roster construction. Multiple headlines suggest Reeves-Maybin's NFLPA role overshadows his on-field contributions this season. His playoff roster addition indicates desperation for linebacker depth rather than talent upgrade. Fans view this as organizational filler rather than meaningful competitive move. Bears likely continue searching for consistent linebacker production in 2025 draft or free agency.