During the first day of legal tampering in NFL free agency, the Los Angeles Chargers agreed to terms with cornerback Donte Jackson. Los Angeles was resigned to the fact that Asante Samuel Jr. would be gone,

The Chargers signed CB Donte Jackson to a two-year deal on Monday. The move solidifies their depth at the position after Day 1 of free agency.

Cornerback Donte Jackson, who had five interceptions for the Steelers in 2024, has reached a two-year, $13 million deal with the Chargers, sources told ESPN.

The Los Angeles Chargers agreed upon a two-year, $13 million deal with cornerback Donte Jackson, who is coming off one season with the Pittsburgh Steelers, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported on Monday.

Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Donte Jackson (26) is congratulated by linebacker Jeremiah Moon (49) after intercepting a pass against the Las Vegas Raiders during the second half of an NFL football game in Las Vegas, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. (AP Photo/John Locher)

He came to the Steelers as part of the Diontae Johnson trade, now corner Donte Jackson moves on to the Chargers according to the NFL Network

The Chargers are adding a veteran to the cornerback room, agreeing to terms with Donte Jackson. It is a two-year deal worth $13 million for Jackson. With Asante Samuel Jr. and Kristian Fulton both free agents, Jackson would be slated to serve as one of the boundary corners, likely opposite Cam Hart.

The 29-year-old cornerback had a career-high five interceptions in 2024, which tied for second-most in the AFC

Seven-year veteran cornerback Donte Jackson signed a new contract with the Los Angeles Chargers. Jackson, a former second-round pick, spent the 2024 season with the Pittsburgh Steelers but also played for the Carolina Panthers.