Sauce Gardner signed a significant four-year contract extension with the New York Jets worth $120.4 million, which also includes $85.653 million guaranteed. This deal makes Gardner the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history by average annual salary at $30.1 million, surpassing the previous record held by Derek Stingley. Gardner has become a pivotal player for the Jets after winning NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year and earning first-team All-Pro honors. The franchise has renewed focus under new leadership, evidenced by a parallel contract for wide receiver Garrett Wilson to enhance team performance.
The New York Jets agreed to a four-year, $120.4 million contract extension with cornerback Sauce Gardner, making him the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history based on average annual salary.
Gardner's contract guarantees him $85.653 million, surpassing Derek Stingley's previous record, who received a three-year, $90 million extension.
Gardner is the first Jet to be the highest-paid player at his position since CJ Mosley in 2019, reflecting the franchise's commitment to a new direction.
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