Re-acquiring CB J.C. Jackson from the Chargers

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According to sources speaking to ESPN on Wednesday, the New England Patriots and

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Los Angeles Chargers have agreed to a deal for cornerback J.C. Jackson.

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According to a source who spoke to ESPN, the Chargers will send Jackson and

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a 2025 seventh-round pick to New England while the Patriots will send them a 2025 sixth-round pick.

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According to sources speaking to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, the Patriots and Chargers are

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rearranging Jackson's remaining $9.33 million contract for 2023 to allow the deal, with New England covering about $1.5 million and

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the Chargers covering the rest as a signing bonus. Otherwise, according to the sources, Jackson's contract,

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which is valid through the 2026 season, remains in place.

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