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Texans Redefine Cornerback Market with Stingley's $90M Deal

3/17/2025

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The Houston Texans have made a bold move by extending cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. with a stunning three-year, $90 million contract, including a jaw-dropping $89 million guaranteed. This deal, averaging $30 million per year, redefines the cornerback market in the NFL. Stingley, the third overall pick in 2022, proved his worth by earning first-team All-Pro honors in 2024, highlighting his exceptional defensive prowess.

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The Houston Texans have made a bold move by extending cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. with a stunning three-year, $90 million contract, including a jaw-dropping $89 million guaranteed. This deal, averaging $30 million per year, redefines the cornerback market in the NFL. Stingley, the third overall pick in 2022, proved his worth by earning first-team All-Pro honors in 2024, highlighting his exceptional defensive prowess.