Report: Devon Witherspoon "further along" in contract talks than Christian Gonzalez
NFL contract negotiations are intensifying as Devon Witherspoon reportedly progresses further in talks than Christian Gonzalez.
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Reports indicate that Devon Witherspoon is further along in contract negotiations than Christian Gonzalez. This development comes amid discussions regarding Gonzalez's potential extension and whether his contract situation could become a distraction for the Patriots.
Coverage from NBC Sports and Yahoo Sports emphasizes how another NFL star corner may be affecting the timing of Gonzalez's extension. Meanwhile, the Boston Globe focuses on Gonzalez's status as one of the league's top corners.
Attention remains on the progress of these contract talks. Additionally, NBC Sports Boston and Patriots Wire are reporting that rookie Gabe Jacas is 'inching closer' to a redshirt rookie season.
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Quick answers
Who is further along in contract talks?
According to NBC Sports, Devon Witherspoon is further along in contract talks than Christian Gonzalez.
What is the concern regarding Christian Gonzalez's contract?
The Boston Globe reports potential concerns over whether his contract could become a distraction for the Patriots.
What is the status of rookie Gabe Jacas?
NBC Sports Boston reports that Jacas is 'inching closer' to a redshirt rookie season.
Coverage (6)
- Christian Gonzalez's next Patriots deal just got much easier to predict Musket Fire · 18h ago
- Christian Gonzalez is one of the NFL’s best corners, but could his contract become a distraction for the Patriots? The Boston Globe · 18h ago
- NFL insider shares concerning update on Patriots rookie Gabe Jacas Patriots Wire · 18h ago
- Why Christian Gonzalez’s Potential Extension Might be Held Up by Other NFL Star Corner Yahoo Sports · 18h ago
- Breer: Gabe Jacas ‘inching closer' to redshirt rookie season with Patriots NBC Sports Boston · 18h ago
- Report: Devon Witherspoon "further along" in contract talks than Christian Gonzalez NBC Sports · 18h ago broke it first
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