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Jourdan Lewis Becomes NFL's Highest-Paid Nickel Cornerback with Jaguars Deal

The former Cowboys cornerback signed a three-year, $30 million contract with Jacksonville to bolster their struggling pass defense.

Nov 24, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin (17) attempts to make a catch as Dallas Cowboys cornerback Jourdan Lewis (2) defends during the second quarter at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images/File Photo
ARLINGTON, TEXAS - JANUARY 05: Jourdan Lewis #2 of the Dallas Cowboys defends a pass intended for Dyami Brown #2 of the Washington Commanders during the second quarter at AT&T Stadium on January 05, 2025 in Arlington, Texas.
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Overview

  • Jourdan Lewis has signed a three-year, $30 million contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars, including $20 million guaranteed.
  • This deal makes Lewis the highest-paid nickel cornerback in NFL history.
  • The Jaguars aim to improve their last-ranked pass defense from the 2024 season with this acquisition.
  • Lewis, who spent eight seasons with the Dallas Cowboys, posted a career-high 71 tackles in 2024, along with one sack, one interception, and eight passes defended.
  • The 30-year-old cornerback overcame a major foot injury in 2022 and has been a consistent performer since, missing only two games over the last two seasons.