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Michael Carter II has come to terms on a massive contract extension with the start of the 2024 regular season just around the corner. The New York Jets defensive back has signed a three-year extension that is worth up to $33 million, according to his agency (h/t NFL Media).
The deal is formally a $30.75 million extension that includes $19 million in total guarantees. Carter is now the NFL’s highest-paid slot cornerback.
Carter, 25, is entering his fourth NFL season. The Jets’ fifth-round pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, Carter started 20 games during his first 47 games. During that span, Carter was credited with 185 tackles, 23 passes defended and two interceptions.
Carter recently returned to practice for the first time since injuring his ankle in July. His status for New York’s season opener Monday night against the 49ers is not currently known.
“I have been working really hard to be back…
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Author : Bryan DeArdo
Publish date : 2024-09-03 23:11:55
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