The Titans land a quality edge rusher in a position-for-position swap that fills a genuine need. Five headlines covered the deal, with reporters noting the Jets' motivation to move on from Johnson. Johnson was a first-round pick with untapped pass-rush upside, making this a solid gamble for Tennessee. Fans are buzzing about Johnson already recruiting free agents, signaling strong buy-in from the new addition. If healthy and motivated, Johnson could develop into a legitimate starter opposite the Titans' defensive front.
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The Titans land a solid reclamation project in Jermaine Johnson II at an incredibly team-friendly $1.1M price point, earning a B- CVI that reflects both the upside potential and inherent uncertainty. This deal represents exceptional value compared to the bloated contracts we've seen for established pass rushers — even middling edge defenders are commanding $8-12M AAV in today's market, making Johnson's prove-it contract a genuine steal if he can regain his 2022 form. The one-year structure provides Tennessee with maximum flexibility while carrying minimal cap risk, essentially a lottery ticket on a former second-round pick who showed flashes before injuries derailed his Jets tenure. The primary concern is Johnson's durability and whether he can stay healthy enough to contribute consistently, but at this salary, the Titans can afford to be patient with his development. For Johnson, this represents a crucial opportunity to rebuild his value in a contract year, while Tennessee gets a low-cost flyer on legitimate pass-rush talent that could significantly outperform this modest investment.
Contract Details
Length
1 year
Total Value
$1.1M
AAV
$1.1M
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