Patriots make Christian Gonzalez the NFL’s highest-paid cornerback, AP sources say
Summary
Christian Gonzalez, a cornerback for the New England Patriots, signed a four-year contract worth $135 million. This makes him the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history, with $102 million guaranteed.Key Facts
- Christian Gonzalez agreed to a four-year, $135 million deal with the New England Patriots.
- His contract includes $102 million guaranteed money.
- This contract surpasses the previous highest cornerback deal held by Devon Witherspoon of the Seattle Seahawks.
- Gonzalez was a first-round draft pick by Bill Belichick in 2023.
- He earned a second-team AP All-Pro honor in 2024 and made the Pro Bowl in 2025.
- The contract starts after his current rookie deal ends in 2027.
- Gonzalez has played 30 games over the past two seasons with noted strong defensive performance.
- The contract was finalized just before the NFL season started, resolving earlier negotiation uncertainties.
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