J.C. Jackson on the move: Former Maryland CB signs big new contract

J.C. Jackson is on the move and getting paid. The former Maryland defender has signed a new contract with the Los Angeles Chargers.

Sources: The #Chargers are expected to sign former #Patriots star CB JC Jackson to a big money deal.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 14, 2022

I’m told JC Jackson gets 5y/82.5M, with 40M guaranteed, per league source.

— IG: JosinaAnderson (@JosinaAnderson) March 14, 2022

Jackson played for the New England Patriots the past 4 seasons (2018-21). He’s coming off of a 2021 season in which he recorded 8 interceptions and 58 tackles, earning second-team All-Pro recognition and a Pro Bowl selection. Over his professional career, Jackson has logged 158 tackles, 53 pass deflections, 25 interceptions, 3 fumble recoveries and a forced fumble.

Jackson played his final 2 seasons of college football at Maryland in 2016 and  ’17, transferring from Riverside City College.

CONFIRMED: GOT PAID https://t.co/VsSUWPSqrY

— Maryland Football (@TerpsFootball) March 14, 2022

Andrew Olson

A former Florida beat reporter, Andrew writes for the Saturday Tradition News Desk.