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Rams Sign McDuffie: NFL's Highest-Paid Cornerback Ever

3/9/2026

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The Los Angeles Rams have signed cornerback Trent McDuffie to a four-year, $124 million contract, making him the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history at $31 million per year.
The deal includes $100 million guaranteed and will be finalized on March 11, 2026.
McDuffie was acquired from the Kansas City Chiefs for multiple draft picks, including the 29th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
This move aims to strengthen the Rams' secondary following their NFC Championship loss in 2025.

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The Los Angeles Rams have signed cornerback Trent McDuffie to a four-year, $124 million contract, making him the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history at $31 million per year.
The deal includes $100 million guaranteed and will be finalized on March 11, 2026.
McDuffie was acquired from the Kansas City Chiefs for multiple draft picks, including the 29th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
This move aims to strengthen the Rams' secondary following their NFC Championship loss in 2025.