Texans extend Derek Stingley Jr.'s contract for $30 million

The Houston Texans have quickly secured a contract extension for cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. This decision comes shortly after the end of his third season in the NFL. Teams usually wait until after the fourth year to negotiate new deals, but the Texans acted fast. Both the Texans and Stingley's agent worked together without fuss. They reached an agreement at a time when the NFL on-field calendar is quiet, with offseason events starting in April and training camps opening in July. By handling the contract now, the Texans avoided the risk of a more expensive deal that could arise from waiting. Last year, the Denver Broncos extended star cornerback Patrick Surtain II before the season began, paying him $24 million annually. If they had delayed, his value could have exceeded $30 million due to market changes. The Texans have now locked in Stingley at $30 million per year, signaling to the team that good performance will be rewarded fairly and promptly. This shows that the Texans are improving and may be challenging top teams like the Chiefs, Bills, and Ravens for supremacy in the league.