Jaycee Horn Becomes NFL's Highest-Paid Defensive Back with Panthers Extension

The Carolina Panthers signed cornerback Jaycee Horn to a four-year, $100 million deal, securing him as a cornerstone of their defense.

Jaycee Horn's new contract with the Panthers includes $100 million over four years, with $70 million guaranteed.
The deal makes Horn the highest-paid defensive back in NFL history, surpassing contracts held by Jalen Ramsey and Patrick Surtain II.
Horn, the eighth overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, earned his first Pro Bowl selection in 2024 after a standout season with 68 tackles, 2 sacks, and 1 interception.
The Panthers view Horn as a critical defensive leader, with general manager Dan Morgan and coach Dave Canales praising his growth, health, and professionalism.
This extension is part of the Panthers' broader strategy to retain key players, as they also recently re-signed center Austin Corbett and tight end Tommy Tremble.