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How Patriots’ Christian Gonzalez, Mike Vrabel Addressed Ongoing Contract Talks
Christian Gonzalez said he wants to stay, but unresolved extension talks and contract terms have left a trade request possible.
- On Saturday, Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez declined to rule out requesting a trade, leaving his status uncertain for Wednesday's season opener against the Seattle Seahawks.
- Contract talks remain at an impasse despite Seattle CB Devon Witherspoon resetting the cornerback market last month with his four-year, $132 million extension.
- Gonzalez's trainer, Christian White, told 98.5 The Sports Hub that while salary is competitive, the "contract language is trash," citing structural complications beyond headline value.
- Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel said Saturday he lacked a "timetable" for resolution but emphasized he doesn't involve himself in negotiations, only their resolution.
- With four days until kickoff, Gonzalez continues a day-to-day approach, refusing to guarantee participation in Wednesday's matchup against Seattle despite remaining under contract through 2027.
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Patriots’ Christian Gonzalez Responds When Asked About Trade Request Possibility
Contract talks between Christian Gonzalez and the New England Patriots have moved close enough to the regular season that every answer from the star cornerback is scrutinized.His response Saturday to the possibility of requesting a trade should keep some pressure on New England.Asked directly whether he would request a trade while his extension remains unresolved, […]
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