The Chicago Bears have signed kicker Cairo Santos to a multi-year contract extension, according to the Chicago Tribune’s Brad Biggs. It’s a four-year deal worth $16 million, including $9.5 million guaranteed.
Santos is the most accurate kicker in franchise history. He also holds the franchise record for consecutive field goals made (40) from Sept. 27, 202–Nov. 8, 2021, tied for the third longest streak in NFL history.
Santos has connected on 27-of-29 field goals, including all six attempts from 50-plus yards. He was named NFC Special Teams Player of the Month for November, where he led the NFL in field goals made, field goals attempted and points (41).
Since rejoining the Bears in 2020, Santos has made 91.2% of his field goals.
This is the fourth contract extension general manager Ryan Poles has handed out this season. The Bears also extended tight end Cole Kmet, defensive end Montez Sweat and defensive tackle Andrew Billings.
Chicago has a big decision to make this offseason in regards to cornerback Jaylon Johnson, who’s in a contract year and poised to see a huge pay day — be it from the Bears or another team in free agency.