Patriots, Christian Gonzalez are talking
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Key Points:
- The New England Patriots and cornerback Christian Gonzalez are currently negotiating a contract extension, with talks ongoing just 10 days before the regular-season opener against Seattle.
- Despite rumors, both sides agree that any new deal will be a four-year extension, not three or five years.
- The primary disagreements revolve around the contract's financial structure and total value, as Gonzalez aims to surpass the recent $33 million average per year record set by Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon.
- Gonzalez’s recent absence from practice may be linked to contract negotiations, raising concerns about potential injury or strategic holdout as the season approaches.
- The Patriots have faced similar situations before, notably with Stephon Gilmore in 2020, who secured a pay raise shortly before the season started after holding out for a new deal.
