The Commanders’ special teams ace is sticking around. The franchise signed safety Jeremy Reaves to a one-year extension on Thursday to keep the 29-year-old in Washington through the 2027 season.
The exact financial terms of the deal were not available. Reaves’ original contract would’ve expired at the end of the 2026 season.
“Value is the most important thing in the NFL. For me to feel that value again and that appreciation from the guys in this building, not only my teammates, but the guys on the staff, it’s a blessing,” Reaves said. “I don’t take it for granted.”
Reaves started his career as an undrafted free agent from South Alabama in 2018. After being quickly cut by the Philadelphia Eagles, he signed with the Commanders and latched onto the roster as an impact player on special teams.
“Now, I’m on my third contract,” he said. “That seemed like a distant thought at the time. But the persistence and the steadiness of how I approached every day and every year just goes to show: It doesn’t matter what people believe about you.”
Reaves was rewarded for his special teams efforts with All-Pro honors and a trip to the Pro Bowl after the 2022 season.
Last year, the Florida native started to extend his impact to the defense. The Commanders’ defenders struggled amid a 5-12 campaign, but Reaves flashed his capabilities as a run stopper and sure-handed tackler.
He recorded his second career interception last season, setting career highs with seven pass deflections, 91 total tackles and five tackles for loss.
• Liam Griffin can be reached at lgriffin@washingtontimes.com.
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