Jj Pegues

Career StatsD-

Year	Team	GP	Sacks	Tkl	TFL
Career		9	—	11	1
2025		9	0.0	11	1

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

This B+ CVI reflects solid value for what amounts to a depth piece investment at defensive tackle. Pegues lands a modest $1.1M AAV deal with minimal guaranteed money, which aligns perfectly with his current production tier as a rotational interior lineman. At this stage of his career, the four-year commitment provides the Raiders with cost-controlled depth while giving Pegues time to develop into a more substantial contributor. The contract structure heavily favors Las Vegas with only $300K guaranteed, meaning they can move on without significant dead money if he doesn't progress as expected. For a team that needs reliable bodies in the trenches, securing a depth piece at this price point represents smart roster management — you're paying for potential upside without the risk that typically comes with developmental defensive linemen.

Performance Analysis

JJ Pegues grades at a D- based on nine games and 11 tackles as a rookie defensive tackle with the Raiders. The limited sample shows a young interior lineman getting his feet wet at the NFL level without making a significant impact. The one tackle for loss suggests some ability to penetrate, which is a skill that can develop with more experience and technique refinement. Las Vegas gave Pegues a look throughout 2025, and the nine games is a reasonable number for a developmental defensive tackle. He needs to add strength and refine his pass-rush moves to earn more playing time going forward.