Progress toward a contract that would make Trent McDuffie the highest-paid cornerback would reset the market for top corners and influence defensive valuations. The Rams’ acquisition of Myles Garrett tightens their short-term win-now window but also constrains cap flexibility, making structuring a market-setting McDuffie extension more complex. At the same time, Garrett’s presence could raise the on-field value of corner play in Los Angeles’ scheme, providing leverage for a premium deal if the team prioritizes locking up its defensive core.
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