Desjarlais was selected by the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in the first round of the 2019 CFL Draft as the fourth overall pick, and on May 11, 2019, he signed a contract with the organization despite garnering attention from the NFL.
Following training camp, he was added to the team’s active roster, and on June 15, 2019, against the BC Lions, he made his professional debut.
e on August 15, 2019, also against the Lions, after suiting up as a backup for the first eight games of the season. He started the final ten games of the season and participated in all 18 of the regular season’s games.
He also started all three of the Blue Bombers’ postseason games in 2019, including their 107th Grey Cup triumph over the Hamilton Tiger-Cats.
Desjarlais skipped the 2020 CFL season as it was postponed. In a condensed 2021 season, he participated in all 14 games in the regular season.
At the conclusion of the campaign, Desjarlais was selected as a West Division All-Star. He started both of the postseason games as the Blue Bombers defeated the Tiger-Cats to win the 108th Grey Cup for a repeat victory.
Desjarlais was released in order to pursue a deal with the National Football League as a potential free agent.
Desjarlais and the New England Patriots agreed to a reserve/future deal on January 27, 2022.
How Much Does Drew Desjarlais Make?
Drew Desjarlais averages $850,000 per year in pay. Desjarlais will receive a basic salary of $705,000 and a signing bonus of $5,000 in 2022.