Jonathan Mingo

Career StatsF

Year	Team	GP	Rec	Yards	TD
Career		38	61	610	—
2025		6	1	25	0
2024		17	17	167	0
2023		15

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Cowboys pulled off a savvy reclamation project by acquiring Jonathan Mingo at just $1.1M for one year, earning a solid B- CVI that reflects excellent value for a depth receiver with untapped upside. While Mingo profiles as a depth piece in terms of current production, his minimal salary carries virtually zero financial risk for Dallas, making this the type of low-cost flyer that can pay dividends if the 23-year-old former second-round pick finds his footing in a new system. The one-year structure is perfect for both sides — Mingo gets a fresh start to rebuild his value after a disappointing tenure in Carolina, while the Cowboys maintain complete flexibility heading into 2025 without any long-term commitment. At this price point, Dallas only needs Mingo to contribute as a fourth or fifth receiver to justify the investment, but there's legitimate upside if he can tap into the talent that made him a Day 2 draft pick just two years ago. This deal represents exactly the kind of calculated roster-building move that championship contenders should be making — minimal downside with legitimate breakout potential at a position where depth matters in today's pass-heavy NFL.

Performance Analysis

Jonathan Mingo earns an F grade that represents a massive disappointment relative to his second-round draft capital. The wide receiver has failed to establish himself as a consistent target, first in Carolina and now in Dallas, and his per-game production has been alarmingly low. Mingo has the size and athletic profile that got him drafted, but the route-running refinement and contested-catch dominance haven't translated from college. The Cowboys are hoping a change of scenery sparks something, but the early evidence suggests a player who isn't tracking toward a significant role. He needs a breakthrough season to avoid the bust label.