Patriots reacquire CB J.C. Jackson from Chargers: Sources

The New England Patriots have made a trade deal with the Los Angeles Chargers, acquiring cornerback J.C. Jackson

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The Patriots are giving up a 2025 sixth-round pick, while the Chargers send Jackson and a 2025 seventh-round pick to New England

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In order to make the trade possible, the Patriots and Chargers are adjusting Jackson's remaining $9.33 million salary for 2023

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New England is shouldering approximately $1.5 million of the adjustment, while the Chargers cover the remainder through a signing bonus

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Apart from the salary adjustment, Jackson contract, extending through 2026, remains unchanged in all other aspects

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At 27 years old, Jackson had just one interception in his two-season tenure with the Chargers spanning seven games

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During his initial four NFL seasons with the Patriots, he made an impressive 25 interceptions

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He had great years when he was here I'm excited to see him back in a Patriot uniform Patriots linebacker Jahlani Tavai said

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Patriots face the Saints this Sunday and the Chargers on Dec. 3, offering Jackson a chance to confront his former team

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