Jaguars Weighing Options on Cornerback Montaric Brown's Future

Contract projection and likelihood of re-signing the free agent CB

Feb. 7, 2026 at 12:55pm

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Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Montaric Brown is set to become a free agent this offseason. According to projections, Brown could command a 3-year, $27.68 million contract, with an average annual value of $9.2 million. The Jaguars must decide whether to re-sign Brown, who took a big step forward in 2025 and emerged as a starting-caliber cornerback.

Why it matters

The Jaguars' secondary is a key area of need, with both Brown and Greg Newsome set to hit free agency. Retaining Brown would provide stability and continuity in the defensive backfield, but the team must weigh his projected market value against other roster priorities.

The details

Brown allowed a 54% completion rate on 68 targets in 2025, holding opponents to just 10.4 yards per catch. He also recorded 2 interceptions and 9 pass breakups. Spotrac used Kyler Gordon, Michael Carter II, and Elijah Molden as contract comparisons to determine Brown's projected 3-year, $27.68 million deal.

  • Montaric Brown is set to become a free agent in the 2026 offseason.

The players

Montaric Brown

A cornerback for the Jacksonville Jaguars who is set to hit free agency after a breakout 2025 season.

Greg Newsome

Another Jaguars cornerback who is also scheduled to become a free agent this offseason.

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What they’re saying

“Finding a way to re-sign Brown makes a ton of sense for the Jaguars.”

— Paul Bretl, Author

What’s next

The Jaguars will need to decide whether to re-sign Montaric Brown or let him test free agency in the coming months.

The takeaway

Retaining Montaric Brown is a key priority for the Jaguars this offseason as they look to solidify their secondary. His projected market value will be a key factor in whether the team is able to bring him back on a new contract.