A smart, low-risk retention of a young pass rusher with untapped upside on Washington's rebuilding defensive line. Multiple headlines highlight this as a proactive move, with reporters framing it as a 2026 infrastructure investment. The key signal is Jackson's former second-round pedigree — talent is there, production just needs unlocking. Fans are cautiously optimistic, hoping a scheme change finally unleashes his athleticism. If Washington's new defensive staff develops him, this one-year deal could look like a bargain.
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This signing grades out as a solid deal for the Washington Commanders — the team is getting significantly more on-field production than what they're paying for. Drake's on-field performance ranks in the lower half among NFL DEs, grading him as a rotational player at the position. His $1.4M average annual value ranks as bargain money for the DE market. The production-to-cost ratio is favorable — rotational player output at a bargain price point represents solid asset management. Drake is squarely in his prime, which adds to the deal's upside — the team should get multiple productive seasons out of this contract.
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Total Value
$1.4M
AAV
$1.4M
Guaranteed
$500K
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