San Francisco 49ers cornerback Deommodore Lenoir has agreed to a five-year, $92 million extension to stay with the team instead of testing the free agent market next offseason.
Lenoir has developed into one of the better cornerbacks in the NFL this season, excelling in both the slot and the outside for San Francisco.
The big picture: He has allowed 35 catches on 56 targets this season with a 65 passer rating on throws into his coverage, according to Pro Football Focus.
- Lenoir has allowed no TD passes and has 2 interceptions, 6 passes defensed, and 1 forced fumble. He also returned a blocked field goal for a touchdown.
- The 49ers prioritized locking up Lenoir as their two top cornerbacks were eligible for free agency, with Charvarius Ward also in the last year of his contract.
- Lenoir was drafted in the fifth round in 2021 out of Oregon and became a starter in his second season. He has 6 career interceptions and 23 passes defensed in 56 games.
