Overview

• Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson, who is in the final year of his rookie contract, has expressed a desire to sign a new deal with the team in the offseason.
• Johnson had previously requested a trade after not receiving a contract extension before the NFL's trade deadline on October 31.
• Despite the trade request, Johnson has performed well this season, tying for the team lead in interceptions with four, two of which came after the trade deadline.
• Johnson believes his performance this season has strengthened his bargaining position for contract negotiations.
• If the Bears and Johnson do not reach a deal, the team has the option to use the franchise or transition tag on him, which would result in fully guaranteed one-year contracts valued at $18.4 million and $15.9 million respectively.