The Chicago Bears and Pro Bowl cornerback Jaylon Johnson agreed Thursday to a four-year, $76 million contract that guarantees him $54.4 million.

The move comes two days after the Bears placed the franchise tag on Johnson. He would have been due $19.8 million in 2024 had he not agreed to the extension prior to the July 15 deadline. He had said he wanted to remain with the Bears.

Johnson, who turns 25 in April, had four interceptions and returned one for a touchdown last season after picking off one pass in his first three years. He had 10 passes defensed and forced one fumble and was selected second-team All-Pro.

The Bears’ defense ranked 12th in the NFL despite struggling in the early going. Chicago was 25th against the pass.

Johnson probably helped his bargaining position as the season went on with four interceptions in his final 10 games. He had one pick in his first 43 games.

Chicago finished 7-10 last season. The Bears have the No. 1 and No. 9 overall picks in the draft next month.