Darrell Jackson Jr.'s contract explained
Darrell Jackson Jr. is an interior defensive lineman for the New York Jets, with a $6.0M contract that runs through 2029, averaging $1.5M a year. $1.2M of it is guaranteed. His 2026 cap hit is $1.2M. PlainStats calculated these figures from the draft slot and the CBA rookie scale.
- Position
- Interior defensive lineman
- Team
- New York Jets
- Age
- 23
- Total value
- $6.0M
- Average per year
- $1.5M
- Guaranteed
- $1.2M
- Fully guaranteed at signing
- $1.2M
- Runs through
- 2029
- 2026 cap hit
- $1.2M
Calculated by PlainStats from the draft slot and the CBA rookie scale (not a reported figure).
2026 stats
- Games
- 8
- Defense
- 23 tackles, 2 tackles for loss, 1 sack, 2 QB hits, 2 passes defended
Regular season through week 8. Source: nflverse.
Quick answers
How much does Darrell Jackson Jr. make?
Darrell Jackson Jr. has a $6.0M contract, which averages $1.5M a year. PlainStats calculated this from the CBA rookie scale.
How long is Darrell Jackson Jr.'s contract?
Darrell Jackson Jr.'s contract runs through the 2029 season.
How much of Darrell Jackson Jr.'s contract is guaranteed?
$1.2M of the $6.0M is guaranteed. $1.2M was fully guaranteed at signing. These are PlainStats calculations.
What is Darrell Jackson Jr.'s 2026 cap hit?
Darrell Jackson Jr. counts $1.2M against the Jets' 2026 cap.
What team does Darrell Jackson Jr. play for?
Darrell Jackson Jr. plays interior defensive lineman for the New York Jets.
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