The New York Giants have solidified their defense by signing cornerback Greg Newsome II to a three-year, $46 million extension. This agreement, reported by ESPN on Tuesday, includes $32 million in guaranteed money.

Previously, Newsome was under a one-year contract worth $8 million, but this new deal increases his average annual value to $15.3 million, marking a significant raise for the 26-year-old. Notably, this AAV positions him just outside the top-20 highest-paid cornerbacks in the NFL, ranking below D.J. Reed of the Lions at $16 million and above Cordale Flott of the Titans at $15 million.

In his six games with the Giants this season, Newsome has showcased impressive performance metrics:

• Allowed 53.6% of targets to be completed
• Maintained a passer rating against of just 57.7, aiming for a career high
• Has yet to allow a touchdown this season
• Limited to only two completions of 20-plus yards
• Recorded one interception

Newsome, a first-round draft choice (No. 26 overall) in 2021 by the Browns, spent four and a half years in Cleveland before being traded to the Jacksonville Jaguars in October of last season. His time in Jacksonville saw him struggle, allowing five passing touchdowns over 12 games.

His turnaround with the Giants has been remarkable, leading both parties to be eager to extend his contract beyond 2026.