
#26 S · Minnesota Vikings
Height
6'1"
Weight
198 lbs
Age
27
College
Tennessee
Draft
2022, Rd 6, #204
Experience
4 yrs
S Rank
#182 / 197
Grade this player:
| Year | Team | GP | INT | PD | Tkl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | ![]() | 57 | 2 | 5 | 94 |
| 2025 | ![]() | 14 | 0 | 1 | 47 |
| 2024 | ![]() | 17 | 1 | 3 | 17 |
| 2023 | ![]() | 15 |
Length
3 years
Total Value
$9.3M
Guaranteed
$5.4M
AAV
$3.1M/yr
Theo Jackson's three-year, $9.3M extension with the Vikings represents a slight overpay for what amounts to a depth piece, earning a D+ CVI that reflects Minnesota's premium pricing for limited production. At $3.1M annually with $5.4M guaranteed, the Vikings are paying above-market rate for a safety who profiles more as a special teams contributor and rotational defender than a consistent starter. While Jackson is still in the developmental phase of his career and could theoretically grow into the contract, the guaranteed money creates meaningful downside risk if he doesn't elevate his game significantly. The deal's structure suggests Minnesota sees upside that isn't currently reflected in his on-field impact, but paying starter money for depth-level production rarely ages well in the salary cap era. This contract feels like the Vikings betting on potential rather than paying for proven value, which makes it a questionable allocation of resources in a league where safety depth can typically be found at much lower cost.
Theo Jackson's F grade with the Vikings is a harsh but accurate assessment of a safety who has been unable to make an impact in Minnesota's defense. Jackson has been buried on the depth chart, producing virtually nothing in the limited chances he's received. His F grade reflects a player who isn't making plays when he gets on the field — no turnovers, minimal tackles, and no splash plays to speak of. The Vikings have moved on to other options in their secondary, and Jackson is barely holding onto a roster spot. His career trajectory has stalled at a critical point. Without a dramatic improvement, Jackson's NFL career will end quietly.
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Updated Mar 19, 2026
Recent seasons are weighted more heavily in the overall performance grade.
F
2025
(50% weight)
F
2024
(30% weight)
F
2023
(20% weight)