Small is a low-risk depth addition with minimal immediate impact on Detroit's backfield. Headlines bundle him into a flurry of roster moves, suggesting little individual significance. He's a practice squad-caliber back fighting for a roster spot behind established contributors. Fans see this as a camp body signing rather than a meaningful upgrade at running back. Small likely competes for a PS spot and rarely factors into the Lions' offensive plans.
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This extension grades out as about market rate for the Detroit Lions — the team is getting approximately what they're paying for in on-field production. Jabari's on-field performance ranks in the bottom quartile among NFL RBs, grading him as an unproven at the position. His $885K average annual value ranks as bargain money for the RB market. The production-to-cost ratio is favorable — unproven output at a bargain price point represents solid asset management. Jabari 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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$885K
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$885K
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