New York Jets sign DB Andre Cisco

The Jets are signing Andre Cisco to a one-year, $2.5M deal—a move that earns a B- Contract Value Index (CVI) rating and represents smart depth investment during an offseason rebuild. At the DB position, Cisco occupies the solid starter tier: he's a capable coverage defender with proven ability to rotate through the secondary without demanding star money or long-term commitment. The $2.5M AAV fits the profile of a low-risk, prove-it contract—the kind of short-tether deal a front office uses when evaluating whether a player fits the scheme or can contribute to a competitive rotation without cap strain. For a 3-14 team nine weeks from kickoff, this signing avoids the trap of overpaying for immediate veteran depth while still bringing in recognizable tape; the one-year structure gives New York flexibility to move on without dead-cap consequences if Cisco underperforms. The CVI grade reflects solid value fundamentals: not a bargain, but disciplined spending that respects both the player's tier and the team's current position. This is the kind of understated transaction that separates competent roster construction from panic buys—low ceiling, but low floor too.