Jordan Hicks

Career StatsC-

Year	Team	GP	Tkl	Sacks	INT
Career		34	71	0.5	3
2025		17	42	0.5	0
2024		17	29	0.0	3

Updated Mar 23, 2026

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

Jordan Hicks at $1.1M annually represents solid value for a proven veteran linebacker, earning a C+ CVI that reflects smart roster building rather than flashy spending. While Hicks has settled into depth piece territory at this stage of his career, his track record of durability and football IQ makes him a reliable insurance policy at linebacker—qualities that teams consistently undervalue in free agency. At 32, he's clearly on the back nine of his career, but linebackers with his instincts and leadership can provide meaningful snaps well into their mid-30s, especially in run-heavy packages and special teams coordination. The contract structure is exceptionally team-friendly with minimal guaranteed money ($0.5M), giving his new squad easy outs if his play deteriorates or younger players emerge. This is the type of unsexy but essential signing that championship-caliber teams make—adding a consummate professional who won't break the bank but can step up when injuries inevitably hit the linebacker room.

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 Jordan's contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance Analysis

Per-game impact for Jordan Hicks pencils out to a C- performance grade. At 23 years old and in his second year as a pro, Hicks entered the 2025 season as a developmental linebacker prospect, but the trajectory has taken an unexpected turn—his recent retirement announcement has effectively ended his NFL career before he could establish himself as a reliable impact player at the position. Across the 2025 season, he recorded 42 tackles and 0.5 sacks over 17 games, production that lands squarely in the solid-contributor tier rather than impact-starter range. His tackling volume represents his clearest strength, but the sack total and lack of disruptive plays underscore why he never developed into a difference-maker on defense. The early exit from the league—well before his prime earning years and contract reset—suggests either unresolved health concerns or a fundamental reassessment of his ability to compete at the professional level, leaving the linebacker position in transition for his former team.

How Jordan Compares at the Position

Jordan Hicks ranks 204th of 338 graded linebackers by performance. That slots Jordan between Joshua Uche (C-) just ahead and Grant Stuard (C-) just behind.

Current Sentiment

Jordan Hicks, a linebacker for the Free Agent, carries mixed public sentiment based on their limited track record. Defensively, he has recorded 0.5 sacks, 0 forced fumbles earning a D- performance grade. While he has yet to earn major individual awards, his contributions to the Free Agent keep him in the conversation. On a contract worth $1.1M/year, the modest salary keeps pressure manageable while any breakout would be a bonus. Public perception is lukewarm, with fans hoping for a breakout but tempering expectations based on recent output. At a young age, he has significant runway for development, and the football community will be watching closely for continued growth.