Jaylon Johnson sends a warning to Jonathan Owens and the Chicago Bears: He wants more money
d on the physically unable to perform list at the start of camp due to a shoulder injury that required offseason surgery. The second-year cornerback had an impressive rookie season, starting in all 13 games he played and recording 44 tackles, 15 pass breakups, and one interception. His performance earned him a spot on the PFWA All-Rookie Team and high praise from coaches and teammates. However, his injury has raised concerns about his availability for the upcoming season and the Bears’ depth at the cornerback position.
On the contract front, Johnson is entering the second year of his rookie deal and is eligible for a contract extension. The Bears have a history of locking up their young talent early, as they did with linebacker Roquan Smith last year. Johnson’s strong play as a rookie has put him in a position to potentially command a lucrative extension, but his injury may complicate negotiations. The team will have to balance the desire to secure Johnson’s long-term future with the uncertainty of his health and performance moving forward. There is also the looming question of how his contract situation will impact the team’s salary cap and ability to retain other key players in the future. As training camp progresses, all eyes will be on Jaylon Johnson as he works to recover from his injury and prove himself worthy of a new contract with the Bears.
Source: Marca