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Rams Sign Trent McDuffie to Record Contract After Trade
The former Chiefs cornerback inks a lucrative extension with his new team.
Published on Mar. 9, 2026
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The Los Angeles Rams have signed cornerback Trent McDuffie to a record-breaking contract extension just four days after acquiring him in a blockbuster trade with the Kansas City Chiefs. The deal is reportedly worth $90 million over 5 years, making McDuffie one of the highest-paid defensive backs in the NFL.
Why it matters
The Rams are making a major investment in McDuffie, signaling their belief that he can be a cornerstone of their defense for years to come. The trade and extension also highlight the Rams' aggressive approach to roster-building as they look to remain contenders in the NFC.
The details
McDuffie, a former first-round pick, was sent from the Chiefs to the Rams in exchange for multiple draft picks. The Rams wasted no time locking him up to a long-term deal that will keep him in Los Angeles through the 2030 season.
- The trade that sent McDuffie from the Chiefs to the Rams occurred on March 5, 2026.
- McDuffie signed his record-breaking contract extension with the Rams on March 9, 2026.
The players
Trent McDuffie
A 24-year-old cornerback who was a first-round pick of the Kansas City Chiefs in 2022.
Los Angeles Rams
The NFL team that acquired McDuffie in a trade and signed him to a record-breaking contract extension.
Kansas City Chiefs
The NFL team that traded Trent McDuffie to the Los Angeles Rams.
What they’re saying
“Trent is a special talent and we're thrilled to have him as a core part of our defense for years to come.”
— Les Snead, General Manager, Los Angeles Rams (ESPN)
What’s next
The Rams will look to integrate McDuffie into their secondary as they prepare for the upcoming NFL season.
The takeaway
The Rams have once again demonstrated their willingness to be aggressive in acquiring top talent, even if it means parting with valuable draft capital. McDuffie's record-setting contract shows the team's commitment to building a championship-caliber defense.
