The Miami Dolphins have signed cornerback Jalen Ramsey to a historic extension. His new deal makes him the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history, pending other moves. That new contract shoots Ramsey’s annual salary to unbelievable heights. It’s not just proof of his talent as an individual but also a move by Miami to pretty much finalize their defensive unit. By locking in Ramsey at this level, the Dolphins continue to show their big-picture thinking and commitment toward roster construction for a championship-level team. Here’s everything to know about this huge deal.
A Record-Setting Contract
The Miami Dolphins have just made an even more serious statement as they agreed to a three-year extension with Jalen Ramsey worth a valuation of up to $72.3 million, of which a whopping $55.3 million is guaranteed. This places him ahead of Denver Broncos’ Patrick Surtain Jr., who was set to get $24 million annually. Ramsey is now the NFL’s highest-paid cornerback, with an annual value of $24.1 million.
It’s a particularly notable extension for the Dolphins entering Ramsey’s second season in Miami. Traded from the Los Angeles Rams in 2023, a deal that cost the Dolphins a third-round pick and tight end Hunter Long, Ramsey’s first season in South Florida wasn’t exactly smooth. Immediately going on injured reserve due to meniscus surgery, once he finally returned in Week 8, his presence was felt on the field.
Ramsey finally made a great difference upon his return to the Dolphins’ D. This season, he had three interceptions and five passes defended. As such, his arrival made the Dolphins highly successful in defense. For instance, Miami was 27th in the NFL in opposing quarterback passer rating before Ramsey joined. Once Ramsey joined the team, it rose to 15th, showing his impact in that regard.
A Market-Shifting Move
This isn’t just a contract to lock in a player, but rather to set the market anew. Ramsey had been considered among the highest-paid, but he wasn’t the highest in yearly value. With new deals signed by other top corners such as Surtain and A.J. Terrell, the position’s market is continuing to heat up. By acting now, Miami avoids the risk of Ramsey potentially commanding even more in the future.
With this new contract, going ahead the mission now for Ramsey is to keep performing at the highest possible level while very importantly remaining healthy. For the Dolphins, having a player of his quality is already a major plus. Being the highest-paid cornerback, he is expected to sustain the level of performance and be an important cog in the Miami defense.
Final Thought
Jalen Ramsey’s new deal with the Miami Dolphins marks a big milestone in NFL salary history: It pegs an exponential increase in the valuation of top corners while cementing a key player for the Dolphins. As far as Ramsey is concerned, it is well-deserved, considering his incredible talent. For Miami, the move is strategic to improve their defense. As the NFL season grinds on, all eyes will be on Ramsey to see if he lives up to his new status as the highest-paid cornerback in the league.
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