Carlton Davis supports Christian Gonzalez's record contract offer from Patriots
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 5:27 PM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
New England Patriots cornerback Carlton Davis expressed support for teammate Christian Gonzalez, who received an offer to become the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history. During a media session on July 25, 2026, Davis stated that Gonzalez deserves the offer after proving himself among the league's top defensive backs. Patriots owner Robert Kraft had confirmed the team's intentions to retain Gonzalez with a historic contract. The negotiation might be influenced by the pending contract of Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon, who shares Gonzalez's agent. Both players' contracts remain unresolved amid expectations of a swift resolution.
- •Christian Gonzalez is offered a record deal by the Patriots.
- •Carlton Davis advocates for Gonzalez's contract at training camp.
- •Robert Kraft confirmed the historic offer for Gonzalez on July 25.
- •Negotiations may be affected by Devon Witherspoon's contract status.
- •Gonzalez aims to remain with the Patriots long-term.
- 5:27 PMYahoo Sports — $60 million CB reacts to Christian Gonzalez's record contract offer
"Patriots cornerback Carlton Davis believes Christian Gonzalez is worthy of a historic contract offer.
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