Jd Bertrand

Career StatsD-

Year	Team	GP	Tkl	Sacks	INT
Career		27	58	1.0	—
2025		15	35	0.0	0
2024		12	23	1.0	0

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Falcons secured solid depth value with JD Bertrand's four-year, $4.4M deal, earning a B CVI that reflects smart roster building at the linebacker position. At just $1.1M annually, Atlanta is paying depth piece rates for a player who can contribute meaningfully in rotation and special teams packages — exactly the type of cost-controlled talent that allows teams to allocate premium dollars elsewhere. The minimal $400K guarantee shows the Falcons aren't taking significant financial risk while still committing to Bertrand's development over multiple seasons. This contract structure gives Atlanta flexibility to either develop Bertrand into a more prominent role or move on without major salary cap consequences. For a team looking to build sustainable depth behind their starting linebackers, this represents the kind of efficient spending that championship rosters are built on — getting adequate production at below-market rates while maintaining roster flexibility.

Performance Analysis

JD Bertrand grades at a D- as a young Falcons linebacker who has been a growing contributor over two seasons. His 58 tackles and one sack across 27 games shows an increasing role, with 15 games in 2025 representing a significant jump from 12 in 2024. The two passes defended add some coverage value, though the overall impact has been limited. Bertrand has the look of a solid special teams contributor who is developing into a defensive role player. Atlanta's linebacking corps has been in transition, and Bertrand has a chance to earn a larger role if he continues to improve his all-around game.