Cam Jones

Career StatsF

Year	Team	GP	Tkl	Sacks	INT
Career		44	41	—	—
2025		10	5	0.0	0
2024		17	19	0.0	0
2023		17

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Giants secured solid value on linebacker Cam Jones with a modest $0.9M AAV deal that earns a C+ CVI — a fair contract that properly reflects his unproven status while offering meaningful upside. At just $2.7M over three years with minimal guaranteed money ($0.1M), this represents shrewd roster construction for a player whose production ceiling remains unclear but whose cost structure creates zero downside risk. The contract's team-friendly guarantee structure means New York can evaluate Jones without meaningful financial exposure, making this the type of low-risk, high-reward flier that smart front offices execute routinely. For an unproven linebacker, the $0.9M annual figure sits right in the sweet spot — enough to signal genuine interest and opportunity, but not enough to create salary cap complications if he doesn't develop as hoped. This deal exemplifies sound depth-building at a premium position, giving the Giants a potential contributor at replacement-level cost with the flexibility to move on cleanly if needed.

Performance Analysis

Cam Jones pulls an F for the Giants at linebacker, one of the lower-graded players on New York's roster. Jones has been unable to earn meaningful defensive snaps and has been relegated to a minimal special teams role. His instincts and coverage ability are well below NFL standards, and he has not shown any development that would suggest a path to a defensive role. The Giants have been trying to rebuild their linebacking corps, and Jones is not part of that plan. He is a practice-squad level player on a roster that needs significant upgrades at the position.

Fan Sentiment

Giants add depth linebacker in modest free agency move. Multiple outlets reported the signing; reuniting Jones with former IU teammate McFadden signals familiarity. Jones joins from Chiefs practice squad, indicating rotational contributor rather than starter. Fans note the move as solid depth insurance without transformational impact. Giants hope competition elevates linebacker room ahead of training camp.