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Derek Stingley Jr. signs record contract extension with Texans

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Derek Stingley Jr. has signed a three-year contract extension with the Houston Texans, making him the highest-paid defensive back in NFL history. The deal is reportedly worth $90 million, with $89 million guaranteed. Stingley’s average annual salary of $30 million surpasses the previous record held by Jaycee Horn, who recently signed for $25 million per year. In the 2024 season, Stingley excelled, achieving 18 passes defended and five interceptions. He was named a first-team All-Pro and made his first Pro Bowl appearance.

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    Derek Stingley signs record extension with Houston Texans (espn.com)
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    Texans extend Derek Stingley Jr. to record contract (theathletic.com)
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    Texans sign Derek Stingley to record $90 million deal (dailymail.co.uk)
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    Texans sign Stingley Jr. for $90M, NFL record (cbssports.com)
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