The Chicago Bears found a gem in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft, selecting cornerback Kyler Gordon 39th overall. Since then, Gordon has developed into a talented and reliable slot cornerback in his first three seasons, recording 207 tackles, nine TFLs, 1.5 sacks, five interceptions, 17 pass deflections, and two forced fumbles. He had a solid third season, with 75 tackles, four TFLs, 0.5 sacks, five pass deflections, and one forced fumble, allowing 432 yards, two touchdowns, and a 107.1 passer rating in 15 games.
The Chicago Bears’ CB enters the final year of his deal
Kyler Gordon enters the final year of his rookie contract. Due to Proven Performance Escalators, which rewards second to seventh-round picks for playing a significant amount of playing time, he is scheduled to earn a $3.656 million base salary along with a $4.529 million cap hit in 2025. Finally, since he completed his third regular season, Gordon can negotiate and sign an extension this offseason, per Article 7, Section 3 (k) (i) of the CBA.
Chicago Bears aim to extend star DB
During the annual NFL League Meetings, General Manager Ryan Poles told the media that extending Kyler Gordon will be a priority this offseason. Poles went on to say that while they will prioritize keeping players who fit their new coaching staff’s scheme, he believes he’s a fit, and they want to move forward with him as their starting cornerback.
Ryan Poles on a potential contract extension for CB Kyler Gordon: “That will still be a priority. For me, in our exit meetings at the end of last season, I told all the guys in terms of future, if it was contracts, coming back, anything like that, the important thing is I’ve got…
— Courtney Cronin (@CourtneyRCronin) April 1, 2025
Here’s a look at Spotrac’s project contract for Kyler Gordon
- Contract Length: 3 years
- Average Per Year: $11 million
- Total Contract Amount: $33 million
