Christian Gonzalez seeks record contract as trade talks arise for Patriots CB
CBS NFL • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 2:16 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Christian Gonzalez's negotiations with the New England Patriots are reportedly stalled as he seeks a long-term deal. The Patriots initially offered a contract to make him the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history, but the recent market reset by Devon Witherspoon has complicated talks. As the team has not threatened to hold out, trade rumors have emerged, with the Dallas Cowboys, Detroit Lions, and Washington Commanders mentioned as potential landing spots. The Patriots have exercised Gonzalez's fifth-year option, keeping him under contract through 2027.
- •Gonzalez's negotiations for a long-term deal with the Patriots are stalled.
- •The team initially offered a record-setting contract before Witherspoon's extension.
- •The Cowboys, Lions, and Commanders are potential trade candidates.
- •Gonzalez's fifth-year option for 2027 has been picked up by the Patriots.
- 2:16 AMCBS NFL — Christian Gonzalez landing spots: Cowboys, Giants among trade candidates as Patriots CB seeks record contract
"Gonzalez and the Patriots are reportedly not close to striking a long-term deal
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