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Will Lee III's contract explained

Will Lee III is a cornerback for the Carolina Panthers, with a $5.4M contract that runs through 2029, averaging $1.3M a year. $868K of it is guaranteed. His 2026 cap hit is $1.1M. PlainStats calculated these figures from the draft slot and the CBA rookie scale.

Position
Cornerback
Team
Carolina Panthers
Age
23
Total value
$5.4M
Average per year
$1.3M
Guaranteed
$868K
Fully guaranteed at signing
$868K
Runs through
2029
2026 cap hit
$1.1M

Calculated by PlainStats from the draft slot and the CBA rookie scale (not a reported figure).

2026 stats

Games
7
Defense
33 tackles, 7 passes defended, 1 forced fumble

Regular season through week 8. Source: nflverse.

Quick answers

How much does Will Lee III make?

Will Lee III has a $5.4M contract, which averages $1.3M a year. PlainStats calculated this from the CBA rookie scale.

How long is Will Lee III's contract?

Will Lee III's contract runs through the 2029 season.

How much of Will Lee III's contract is guaranteed?

$868K of the $5.4M is guaranteed. $868K was fully guaranteed at signing. These are PlainStats calculations.

What is Will Lee III's 2026 cap hit?

Will Lee III counts $1.1M against the Panthers' 2026 cap.

What team does Will Lee III play for?

Will Lee III plays cornerback for the Carolina Panthers.

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