Antoine Winfield Jr. Becomes NFL's Highest-Paid Defensive Back

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers secure their star safety with a historic four-year, $84.1 million contract.

Winfield's contract includes $45 million guaranteed, the highest ever for a safety.
He led the NFL with six forced fumbles in 2023 and earned his first All-Pro selection.
The deal follows Tampa Bay's strategy of retaining key players, including Baker Mayfield and Mike Evans.
Winfield has been a crucial part of the Buccaneers' defense since being drafted in 2020.
His performance in 2023 was a career-best, contributing significantly to the team's success.