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The Bears cornerback is thinking ahead to free agency, a shift in how he frames his near-term future.
Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson said 2026 is "definitely a contract year" for him, despite having two more years left on his current deal. The framing suggests Johnson is already thinking ahead to free agency rather than the full length of his remaining contract.
Johnson, 27, is a seven-year veteran who posted 15 solo tackles, 17 total tackles, one interception, and two pass deflections across seven games in 2025. The cornerback's early focus on contract positioning is common among veteran defenders weighing their market value.
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