Jacksonville Jaguars’ defensive tackle Austin Johnson is set to be a free agent this upcoming offseason.
So what might his next contract look like, and will the Jaguars re-sign him?
Austin Johnson contract projection
According to Spotrac, Johnson is set to earn a two-year deal worth $5.31 million. That’s an average annual value of $2.65 million per year. Johnson is set to enter his age 32 season.
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In terms of player age, contract status, and statistical production, Eddie Goldman, Da’shawn Hand, and Kentavius Street were used by Spotrac as comparisons to determine what Johnson’s deal could be.
Will the Jaguars re-sign DT Austin Johnson?
Johnson was a second-round pick by Tennessee back in 2016. He joined the Jaguars during training camp, signing with Jacksonville in early August. However, he carved out a rotational role, despite his late addition.
For the most part, he remained a regular contributor throughout the season, averaging just under 14 snaps per game — although there were a few games where Johnson was inactive.
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He finished the year with two quarterback pressures and a sack. He graded out well against the run by PFF’s metrics.
At this projected contract value, the Jaguars could bring Johnson back — there’s not a ton of financial commitment on their part. However, my guess is that in James Gladstone’s effort to bolster this position group, he goes in a different direction as he builds out the depth of this unit, specifically trying to get younger.
Prediction: Jaguars do not re-sign Austin Johnson
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