Patriots Lock Up Star CB Gonzalez

0:00On April 28, Patriots fans got some great news this week. The team picked up the 5th year option on star cornerback Christian Gonzalez' rookie deal. This former Oregon duck has locked in as one of the league's top defenders heading into his fourth season. Gonzalez bounced back strong after missing most of his 2023 rookie year to injury. Over the last two years, he racked up 145 tackles, 118 solo stops, and three picks. Last season, he earned his first pro bowl nod, proving he's no fluke. That decision means big money ahead. He's on a 4-year, $15.1 million rookie contract now, with a $4.8 million cap hit in 2026. Come 2027, he'll pocket $18.1 million for that 5th year alone. In Super Bowl 60, Gonzalez held it down in the secondary during the 29-13 loss to Seattle. His pass breakups, including one that stopped a sure touchdown, kept the game closer than it might have been. Dude was MVP chatter if they pulled it off.

1:02From one standout season at Oregon to shutting down NFL receivers, Gonzalez is building a legacy. Patriots are smart to lock him up early, expect him to keep balling out. From around the league, powered by AI, this is NFL News Today. I'm Corey, with the story.