Josh Jacobs' 4-year contract is worth $48 million. Joshua Cordell Jacobs, popularly known as Josh Jacobs is an American Football running back for the Green Bay Packers as of 2024. The 5 ft 10 in rusher was a first-round selection by the Las Vegas Raiders (former Oakland Raiders) in the 2019 draft. The Tulsa native is a 2 time Pro Bowler and one-time All-Pro in his five seasons in the league. He was ranked 7th on the top 10 quarterbacks survey done by ESPN in July 2024 where opinions of various executives, scouts, and coaches were asked. As of 2024, Jacobs has rushed for more than 5,500 yards, while accumulating 46 touchdowns on the ground. Jacobs entered the Alabama Crimson Tide lineup as a true freshman in 2016 and split time with two other running backs on the team. Josh finished his 3-year college tenure by gaining almost 1,500 yards on the ground while also catching 48 passes for 571 yards. His terrific play continued even after coming into the league as he rushed for more than 1,100 yards in his rookie season in 2019. Jacobs has rushed for more than 1k yards in 3 out of 5 seasons as of 2024. Jacobs’ amazing on-field performance landed him a lucrative 4-year deal with the Packers in 2024 free agency.
Josh Jacobs Contract Breakdown
Josh Jacobs signed his contract of 4 years $48 million with the Green Bay Packers on March 11, 2024, as per Spotrac. The contract runs through the 2027 season.
| Contract | Signing Bonus | Average Salary | GTD at Sign | Total GTD |
| 4 yr(s) / $48,000,000 | $12,500,000 | $12,000,000 | $12,500,000 | $12,500,000 |
The details of the contract are provided below:
| Year | Base Salary | Signing Bonus | Roster Bonus | Workout Bonus | Cap Hit | Dead Cap | Yearly Cash |
| 2024 | $1,200,000 | $12,500,000 | $600,000 | $5,307,343 | $12,500,000 | $14,800,000 | |
| 2025 | $1,170,000 | $5,930,000 | $600,000 | $11,325,000 | $9,375,000 | $8,200,000 | |
| 2026 | $10,200,000 | $600,000 | $14,625,000 | $6,250,000 | $11,500,000 | ||
| 2027 | $12,200,000 | $600,000 | $16,625,000 | $3,125,000 | $13,500,000 |
What are the terms of Josh Jacobs’ Contract?
Jacobs’ deal with the Packers included a signing bonus of $12.5 million and guaranteed him $12.5 million at the signing, according to Spotrac.
Josh Jacobs Salary
In 2024, Josh is set to earn a base salary of $1.2 million. The contract amounts for 2024 to carry a cap hit of $5.3 million and a dead cap value of $12.5 million. As per the terms of Josh Jacobs’ contract with the Green Bay Packers, he has an average annual salary of $12 million. He will also receive a $600k workout bonus in 2024. (via Spotrac)
How much does Josh Jacobs make per minute?
Josh Jacobs is set to make around $22.8 per minute in his four-year contract with the Green Bay Packers.
How much of Josh Jacobs’ Contract is guaranteed?
Josh Jacobs’ deal guarantees him $12.5 million out of the whole $48 million mentioned in his contract with the Packers as per Spotrac.
Josh Jacobs Career Earnings
According to Spotrac, Jacobs has earned $38.6 million in his career as of November 2024.
Josh Jacobs Contract History
Josh has signed 3 previous contracts before his 4-year extension with Green Bay. All three of his contracts came with the Las Vegas Raiders.
| Year | Contract | Signing Bonus | Average Salary | GTD at Sign | Total GTD |
| 2019 - 2022 | 4 yr(s) / $11,933,398 | $6,698,836 | $2,983,350 | $11,933,398 | $11,933,398 |
| 2023 - 2023 (Franchise Tag) | 1 yr(s) / $10,091,000 | N/A | $10,091,000 | - | - |
| 2023 - 2023 (Extension) | 1 yr(s) / $11,791,000 | $2,500,004 | $11,791,000 | $10,091,000 | $10,091,000 |
FAQ's On Josh Jacobs
A. Josh Jacobs has a son named Baxton, who is six years old (as of 2024).
A. Josh Jacobs revealed in an interview that number 8 reminds him of a superhero.
A. As of 2024, Josh Jacobs plays for the Green Bay Packers.
