Jaguars, Rachean Mathis Sign One-Year Deal

Cornerback Rashean Mathis signed for a one-year contract with the Jaguars on Thursday. He could earn up to $5 million if he doesn't miss any games this season. The Jaguars wanted Mathis for at least one more season. 

"It's always a confidence boost to know you're wanted," Mathis said.

"Some people will ask why I wouldn't test the market," he said. "But I don't think too many guys really want to do that. It's usually something you have to do. For me, it was an easy decision."

Mathis has spent his entire career with Jaguars since 2003 and has 538 tackles and a franchise-record of 30 interceptions in 125 games. 

"Where I'm at in my career, I never considered leaving," he said. "A few years back, I could have had those thoughts. But not now. It wasn't about finding competitive numbers. It was finding a good fit and a good career plan."

Mathis just started running a weeks ago after recovery from a left knee surgery three months ago. He is expected to be ready for training camp in July. 

"I'm good," he said. "Everything is looking great. I'm doing some agility stuff, but I can't really take that next step until I get my quad strength back."

"It's all about staying healthy," Mathis said. "If I can stay healthy, there's no doubt things will work out for me and for the team."