Shemar Jean-Charles
CB · Seattle Seahawks
Out - Did Not Play This Season(prior-season grade shown)
1 transaction this offseason
Height
5'10"
Weight
184 lbs
Age
27
Draft
2021, Rd 5, #178
Experience
5 yrs
C+
C
N/A
PerformanceN/A
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The Verdict on Shemar, in One Read
On the books, the Contract Value Index reads C+, fairly priced. The public read is mixed (C Sentiment), drawn from current news and social signal rather than the box score.
Career Stats
| Year | Team | GP | INT | PD | Tkl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 34 | 1 | 2 | 29 |
| 2024 |  | 9 | 1 | 2 | 14 |
| 2023 |  | 8 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2022 |  | 6 | 0 |
Performance Grade by Season
PeakFLongevityMid-CareerRecentF
| Season | Team | GP | Tkl | Sacks | INT | PD | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | | 9 | 14 | 0.0 | 1 | — | F F |
| 2023 | | 8 | 4 | 0.0 | 0 | — | F F |
| 2022 | | 6 | 3 | 0.0 | 0 | — | F F |
| 2021 | | 14 | 8 | 0.0 | 0 | — | F F |
Grades reflect the player's performance in each season. Header grade shows the current season.
Current Contract
AAV
$1.2M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
C+
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Shemar Jean-Charles delivered the kind of production that earns a C+ Contract Value Index relative to the CB pay band. At $1.24M AAV on a rookie-scale deal, Jean-Charles represents the kind of low-cost, scheme-familiar depth that makes sense for a fourth-year player competing for snaps in a secondary rotation. His 2024 season output of 14 tackles, 1 INT across 9 games reflects limited opportunities and modest production—the floor for a nickel cornerback trying to hold his roster spot rather than someone commanding premium snaps or market value. The one-year structure keeps the Seahawks from any long-term financial commitment, allowing Seattle flexibility to evaluate him against internal competition heading into the regular season without dead-cap risk; at this salary, Jean-Charles is essentially a low-friction retention move for a depth role. Media and fan sentiment have been aligned here—this is framed as smart roster management rather than a talent acquisition, with outlets and fans appreciating the continuity benefit and pragmatic approach. For Jean-Charles to justify the roster spot, he'll need to translate familiarity with the scheme into meaningful performance during camp and the preseason, as his current trajectory suggests a below-average-to-replacement-level cornerback holding his ground through low-risk retention rather than proven upside.
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Seattle Seahawks' signing of Shemar Jean-Charles draws mixed early reactions. The move is generating significant media attention across 5 media sources. Shemar projects as a solid contributor in this role. Fan discussion centers on the contract terms of this deal. The remains to be seen for Seattle Seahawks as the season approaches.
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About this player
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