Former Tigers Stingley, Chase ink record deals
03/17/2025
Two members of the 2029 LSU national title team made history once again.
Ja’Marr Chase and Derek Stingley Jr. both inked record-setting contracts with their NFL franchises.
Chase’s deal, agreed upon with the Bengals Sunday evening, is worth $161 million over four seasons. The $40.25 million annually is the highest ever for a non-quarterback.
Ja’Marr Chase
Stingley, still playing on his rookie contract, agreed to an extension of three-years worth $90 million. According to multiple reports, $89 million is guaranteed making Stingley the highest paid cornerback in league history.
Record deal: Texans All-Pro CB Derek Stingley Jr has agreed to a three-year, $90 million extension including $89 million guaranteed. At $30M base value per year, Stingley is now the highest paid defensive back in NFL history. The CB market has been completely reset.
Deal… pic.twitter.com/g8nzFFFQvj
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 17, 2025
Chase and Stingley both parlayed all-American careers at LSU to top five NFL Draft selections. They’ll now remain with the teams that drafted them.