Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. found himself at the center of unexpected trade speculation ahead of the deadline, but ultimately remained with the team. Although his production has dipped this season, Thomas has continued to play a crucial role in Jacksonville’s offense and helped the Jaguars reach the playoffs.
What is Brian Thomas Jr.’s Contract?
Thomas was selected 23rd overall by the Jaguars in the 2024 NFL Draft and signed a standard four-year rookie contract worth $14.65 million, which includes a fifth-year team option. The deal is fully guaranteed and features a $7,481,800 signing bonus, with an average annual salary of approximately $3.66 million.
During the 2025 season, Thomas earned a base salary of $960,000 while carrying a cap hit of $3.34 million. In 2026, his base salary will rise to $1.075 million with a corresponding cap hit of $3.99 million.
Thomas burst onto the scene as a rookie in 2024, finishing third in the NFL in receiving yards and rewriting the Jaguars’ record books. He tied the franchise rookie record for receptions and set new rookie marks for receiving yards and touchdowns, hauling in 87 passes for 1,282 yards and 10 scores en route to a Pro Bowl selection.
This season, however, has been a different story. Adjusting to Liam Coen’s new offensive system, Thomas has struggled with consistency, including several costly drops. The explosive production that once made him one of the league’s most promising young receivers has been replaced by uneven play and stalled drives, to the point where his name briefly surfaced in trade discussions.
In 14 games, the former LSU standout has caught 48 of 91 targets for 707 yards and two receiving touchdowns, while adding a rushing score. He is ranked 71st in PFSN’s WR Impact metric, with a score of 71.9 and a C- grade.
Despite the dip in output, the Jaguars’ coaching staff has continued to express confidence in him, as he remains Lawrence’s top target and is still a young player with enormous upside. And with the Jaguars now in the postseason, he’ll be aiming to rediscover his form when it matters most.
There are no verified public estimates of Thomas’ current net worth. However, by the end of this season, he will have earned approximately $9.7 million in NFL career income, placing his net worth comfortably above $1 million.
Before entering the league, Thomas’ NIL valuation was reported at $552,000 by On3. He has also secured endorsement partnerships with EA SPORTS Madden NFL (Madden 25) and Beast Brands, adding to his off-field earnings.
