The Jacksonville Jaguars are signing former Washington running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. to a two-year, $10 million contract, according to Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo of The Insiders.
The agreement includes $6.2 million in fully guaranteed money. Under the terms of the deal, Rodriguez Jr. can earn up to $12 million total through performance-based incentives. The contract was finalized by agent Michael Perrett of Priority Sports.
Rodriguez Jr. joins the Jaguars after a rookie campaign with the Washington Commanders where he demonstrated efficiency in a limited role. During the 2023 season, the former Kentucky standout recorded 247 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 51 carries, averaging 4.8 yards per attempt across 13 games. He was originally selected by Washington in the sixth round of the 2023 NFL Draft.
This move bolsters the Jaguars' backfield depth behind starter Travis Etienne Jr. as the team looks to strengthen its offensive rotation. The significant guaranteed money suggests Rodriguez Jr. will play a key role in Jacksonville's ground game moving forward.
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