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Jaguars Agree to Terms with Key Defender Days Before NFL Free Agency

Jaguars Agree to Terms with Key Defender Days Before NFL Free Agency

Summary

The Jacksonville Jaguars have made a deal with cornerback Montaric “Buster” Brown, signing him to a three-year, $33 million contract just before NFL Free Agency. This move ensures that Brown, considered a key player on their defense, remains with the team, allowing them to focus on other areas like the defensive line.

Key Facts

  • The Jacksonville Jaguars signed cornerback Montaric “Buster” Brown to a three-year contract worth $33 million.
  • Brown was expected to be highly sought after in free agency but chose to stay with the Jaguars.
  • He has played as a regular starter for the Jaguars in the past two seasons.
  • Brown has 172 tackles, three interceptions, and 24 pass deflections in his career.
  • The Jaguars will likely allow another cornerback, Greg Newsome, to leave the team.
  • The team plans to keep strengthening its defense and might sign another cornerback during free agency.
  • The new deal might mean that linebacker Devin Lloyd and running back Travis Etienne will not return to the team.

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