The Los Angeles Chargers have agreed to terms with Derwin James Jr., making him the highest-paid safety in the NFL.
According to the NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the two sides agreed to a 3-year $75.6 million contract extension that keeps him the All-Pro safety in Los Angeles until 2030. The contract fully guarantees $57.5 million and has an average annual valuation of $25.2 each season.
Derwin James Becomes Highest Paid Safety In NFL History
Derwin James was set to enter free agency after the 2027 season, but the Chargers now get him for the long haul, potentially making him a Charger for the rest of his career
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At 6’2 215 lb, the five-time Pro Bowler has been the focal point of the Bolts’ defense, finding massive success with this new defensive scheme under this regime. He helps unlock the Chargers with his versatility on the field, helping new defensive coordinator Chris O’Leary transition into his role.
The Chargers continue to check their offseason to-do list by locking up the veteran on defense. The next step now is to figure out a potentially record-setting contract extension with outside linebacker Tuli Tuipulotu, who’s coming off a career-best 13 sacks.