PFF gives grade for Chicago Bears re-signing Braxton Jones

The Bears were able to keep one of their offensive lineman in the Windy City to protect Caleb Williams. Offensive tackle Braxton Jones signed a one-year, $5 million contract, with the ability to climb to $10 million, to remain with Chicago. Pro Football Focus gave this deal an ‘average’ grade. Below is what their rationale was regarding this grade:

“Jones appears to be back in Chicago as a backup, coming off a 55.5 PFF overall grade on 210 snaps in 2025. That was the lowest-graded season of his four-year career, although he generated a career-high 77.4 PFF overall grade in 2024, including an 80.8 PFF pass-blocking grade. Jones can earn another $5 million in incentives, likely tied to playing time, and if he hits those, he could parlay this deal into a long-term contract a year from now.”

Jones would win the starting left tackle job out of training camp last season, but only play a handful of games before being benched. Whether this one-year contract is a chance for Jones to get healthy and perform or just a depth piece with the Ozzy Trapilo injury, Jones has the chance to increase from his 210 total snaps played at left tackle last season.

Chicago is in a position to be a strong team this upcoming season. It will be intriguing to see how Jones plays in another contract season.