Houston Texans Secure Cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. with Record-Breaking Extension
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The Houston Texans have solidified their defense by signing cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. to a groundbreaking three-year, $90 million contract extension, making him the highest-paid defensive back in NFL history. (nfl.com)
Contract Details
The extension includes:
- Signing Bonus: $25 million
- 2025 Base Salary: $1.431 million (fully guaranteed)
- 2026 Base Salary: $21.595 million (fully guaranteed)
- 2026 Per-Game Roster Bonus: $500,000
- 2027 Base Salary: $20 million (guaranteed for injury at signing, fully guaranteed by March 2026)
- 2027 Per-Game Roster Bonus: $500,000
- 2028 Base Salary: $21 million (guaranteed for injury at signing, fully guaranteed by March 2027)
- 2028 Per-Game Roster Bonus: $500,000
- 2029 Offseason Roster Bonus: $1 million
- 2029 Base Salary: $21 million
- 2029 Per-Game Roster Bonus: $500,000
This deal averages $30 million per year over the three new years, totaling $113 million over five years, with an average of $22.6 million from signing. The total guarantee is $89 million, with $48 million fully guaranteed at signing, $68 million fully guaranteed by 2026, and the $89 million vesting by 2027. (nbcsports.com)
Stingley’s Performance
Stingley, 23, has been a standout since being drafted third overall in 2022. In the 2024 season, he earned Pro Bowl and All-Pro First Team honors, recording five interceptions, 18 passes defensed, and 54 tackles in 17 starts. He allowed the second-lowest completion percentage (46.7%) among cornerbacks with at least 200 snaps in coverage. (nfl.com)
Market Impact
This extension sets a new benchmark for cornerbacks, surpassing the previous record of $25 million per year set by Jaycee Horn’s four-year, $100 million deal with the Carolina Panthers. (nfl.com)
Texans’ Strategy
By securing Stingley long-term, the Texans demonstrate a commitment to building a strong defense around their young talent, positioning themselves as a formidable team in the NFL.
