Overview

• Jeanty signed a fully guaranteed four-year, $35.9 million rookie contract on May 2 that matches the sixth overall pick’s maximum slot value and ranks him as the second-highest guaranteed paid running back.
• Coaches praise his rare contact balance, strong pass protection and natural receiving ability in early training camp sessions under offensive coordinator Chip Kelly.
• Sports Illustrated insider Albert Breer projects a “massive rookie year,” highlighting Jeanty’s quick adaptation to the pro game and three-down potential.
• Balancing his on-field momentum and off-field ambitions, Jeanty toured Las Vegas mansions priced at $15.5 million and $12.5 million featuring an 18-car garage, private gaming rooms and proximity to owner Mark Davis.
• The rookie’s blend of athletic promise and personal branding reflects Las Vegas’s broader strategy to reinvest in ground production after ranking last in rushing offense last season.