Texans Make Derek Stingley Jr. NFL's Highest-Paid Defensive Back with $90M Extension

The three-year deal includes $89 million guaranteed and resets the cornerback market after Stingley's standout 2024 season.

Derek Stingley Jr. signed a three-year, $90 million contract extension with the Houston Texans, making him the highest-paid defensive back in NFL history.
The deal includes $89 million in guaranteed money, setting a new record for guarantees given to a cornerback.
Stingley had a breakout 2024 season, earning First-Team All-Pro and Pro Bowl honors while recording five interceptions and 18 passes defended.
The Texans prioritized securing Stingley early in the offseason, opting for the extension over exercising his fifth-year option.
This contract resets the cornerback market and is expected to influence future deals for elite players like Sauce Gardner and Trent McDuffie.