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Deommodore Lenoir Declares Goal to Be NFL’s Best Cornerback in New 49ers Role

He enters the season as the 49ers’ top cornerback with a five-year, $89.8 million extension fueling his drive.

Overview

  • Lenoir told former All-Pro Richard Sherman he intends to be the best cornerback in the league for the 2025 season.
  • With Charvarius Ward’s departure to the Indianapolis Colts, Lenoir becomes San Francisco’s undisputed CB1 charged with shadowing opponents’ top receivers.
  • His November 2024 five-year, $89.8 million extension ranks him among the NFL’s 20 highest-paid cornerbacks and underscores the team’s commitment.
  • Despite five years in the league and allowing only three touchdowns, Lenoir says he still feels underappreciated and is motivated to prove his worth.
  • He has embraced a veteran leadership role in training camp by mentoring younger defensive backs such as Renardo Green and rookie Upton Stout.