Gonzalez’s Big Extension Signals Market Reset for Cornerbacks

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New England locked up star corner Christian Gonzalez with a four-year, $135 million extension that pays about $33.75 million per year and includes early guarantees ($53.928 million) and no per‑game roster bonuses in the first two years, representing a strategic win for both sides as Gonzalez lands on the high end of the cornerback market while the Pats set a path for other deals; Breer also notes potential extensions for other top corners, quarterback situations around the league, and notable roster moves ahead of Week 1.
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- Albert Breer’s Notes: Why Both Sides Won With Christian Gonzalez’s Contract Sports Illustrated
- Sources: Christian Gonzalez, Patriots reach 4-year, $135M deal ESPN
- Patriots News: Gonzo locked up & locked in, Pats-Seahawks preview Pats Pulpit
- Schefter: Patriots considered pulling their contract offer to Christian Gonzalez Boston.com
- Patriots Catch-22 9/8: Reported Gonzalez Extension, Seahawks Preview, Players/Matchups to Watch New England Patriots
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