
#26 RB · Washington Commanders
1 transaction this offseason
Height
5'9"
Weight
205 lbs
Age
30
College
Boise State
Draft
Undrafted
Experience
5 yrs
RB Rank
#149 / 186
Grade this player:
| Year | Team | GP | Yards | TD | YPC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | ![]() | 65 | 846 | 6 | 4.5 |
| 2025 | ![]() | 17 | 221 | 1 | 5.0 |
| 2024 | ![]() | 17 | 261 | 4 | 4.7 |
| 2023 | ![]() | 3 |
Guaranteed
$563K
AAV
$1.5M/yr
This signing grades out as a slight overpay for the Washington Commanders — the team is getting approximately what they're paying for in on-field production. Jeremy's on-field performance ranks in the bottom quartile among NFL RBs, grading him as an unproven at the position. His $1.5M average annual value ranks as bargain money for the RB market. The production lines up closely with the price tag — unproven production at bargain money, which is essentially paying fair market value. Jeremy is squarely in his prime, which adds to the deal's upside — the team should get multiple productive seasons out of this contract.
Jeremy McNichols receives an F grade as a veteran running back who has been a journeyman throughout an eight-year career. His 846 rushing yards and six touchdowns across 65 games with seven different teams tells the story of a player who keeps finding work but never earns a featured role. The 74 receptions for 518 yards show genuine pass-catching ability that has been his primary calling card throughout his career. McNichols found his longest home in Washington with back-to-back 17-game seasons in 2024-2025, serving as a change-of-pace and third-down option. The F grade reflects his limited rushing production, but his receiving ability and special teams contributions have kept him employed far longer than most late-round running backs.
A reliable depth re-signing that keeps Washington's backfield stable heading into the new season. Multiple outlets covered the move, signaling McNichols earned his return through consistent contributions. His landing on an NFL top-10 list suggests legitimate special teams or situational value beyond typical depth signings. Fans appreciate continuity, though some question whether upgrading the position with a higher-ceiling back was missed. McNichols projects as a quality depth piece and special teams contributor, rarely threatening for a starting role.
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| 2021 | ![]() | 14 | 156 | 0 | 3.8 |
| 2020 | ![]() | 16 | 204 | 1 | 4.3 |
| 2019 | ![]() | 1 | — | — | — |
| 2018 | ![]() | 1 | 4 | 0 | 2.0 |
| 2017 | ![]() | 2 | — | — | — |
Updated Mar 19, 2026
Recent seasons are weighted more heavily in the overall performance grade.
F
2025
(50% weight)
F
2024
(30% weight)
C-
2023
(20% weight)