Bears CB Jaylon Johnson eyes next contract with Bears — or 'somewhere else'

No one has been with the Bears longer than cornerback Jaylon Johnson. That time may be coming to an end. He planned it that way. In May 2024, Johnson negotiated a four-year, $76 million deal that pays him $25 million — but with only a $9 million dead cap charge — in 2027. That makes him an attractive cut candidate afte

Bears CB Johnson views 2026 as 'definitely a contract year'  ESPN