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The Pittsburgh Penguins re-signed Evgeni Malkin to a one-year contract extension through the 2026-27 season worth $5.5 million AAV, keeping a franchise icon for another year after a storied 20-year career.
Conor McGregor is returning to the UFC with two fights left on his current deal after reportedly turning down an extension, including a July 11 rematch vs. Max Holloway. While he has explored BKFC and boxing possibilities, his camp says he plans to stay active; Ariel Helwani has floated the idea that Netflix or other platforms could pay big for a standalone McGregor fight on the open market in 2027, potentially launching a Netflix-driven mega-fight era if negotiations align.
The Detroit Lions orchestrated a leak-free, fan-centric reveal for star linebacker Jack Campbell by having season-ticket holder Sweta Patel announce the four-year, $81 million extension on X, after a coordinated internal plan that included an internal email to fans and a Campbell video confirming the news. Patel, trusted in Lions circles, posted as plans progressed, earning widespread attention and praise from insiders and illustrating the team’s strategy of deep fan involvement.
Reigning NFL MVP Matthew Stafford signed a one-year, $55 million extension with the Rams (potentially up to $60 million with incentives), leaving him with up to $105 million remaining on his contract and keeping him in LA to push for another deep playoff run after a standout MVP season.
The Detroit Lions signed linebacker Jack Campbell to a four-year, $81 million extension with $51.5 million guaranteed, keeping him under contract through 2030; the deal averages $20.25 million per year and comes after the team declined the 2027 fifth-year option, with Campbell having earned All-Pro honors in 2025.
Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford signed a contract extension to remain with the team after a season in which he led the league in passing yards (4,707) and touchdowns (46), earned the NFL MVP, and moved up multiple all-time and franchise career markers; the Rams will begin OTA workouts next week.
Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell signed a contract extension through 2030, cementing him as the defensive centerpiece after an All-Pro season in which he logged 176 tackles and 5.0 sacks. He’s the first Lions player to reach those totals in a season and is trusted with the green dot to call plays at the line. With Alex Anzalone leaving in free agency, Detroit is reshaping its linebacker group around Campbell as the organization has already extended other core players.
Detroit Lions lock in All-Pro linebacker Jack Campbell on a four-year extension through the 2030 season, keeping him as a core defender after the team didn’t pick up his fifth-year option; in three seasons Campbell has 402 tackles, 8.5 sacks, 4 passes defended, 3 forced fumbles and 19 tackles for loss and has emerged as a defensive leader, with extensions for Jahmyr Gibbs, Brian Branch, and Sam LaPorta reportedly on the horizon.
Former Raven Femi Ayanbadejo predicts Lamar Jackson will re-sign with the Ravens in the 2027 offseason, noting Jackson has two years left on his deal and a $84.34 million cap hit next year, plus his voluntary workout attendance and GM Eric DeCosta’s optimism about Jackson’s fit with Baltimore’s new coaching staff.
The Miami Dolphins finalized a four-year extension with running back De’Von Achane, adding five more years including his rookie deal. Reported values hover around $64-68 million, with the new-money average around $16-17 million per year, placing Achane among the top-paid running backs in the NFL behind Saquon Barkley and Christian McCaffrey.
ESPN’s Dan Graziano suggests the Dolphins didn’t move star RB De’Von Achane during the draft because only a first-round pick would have altered their view of him as part of the future; Miami is pursuing a long-term extension, likely in the $12–14 million/year range, and a trade remains unlikely but could hinge on offers or future contract/cap space changes after June 1.
The Columbus Blue Jackets signed veteran center Charlie Coyle to a six-year, $36 million contract ($6 million cap hit), keeping a durable two-way forward who posted 58 points (20 goals, 38 assists) this season. At 34, he chose to remain in Columbus over free agency, citing the team’s potential to contend. GM Don Waddell praised Coyle’s reliability, noting he hasn’t missed a game in more than five seasons and has played more regular-season games than any Jackets player in that span. The deal secures a key piece as Columbus aims to improve after missing the playoffs.
Charlie Coyle signed a six-year, $36 million contract to stay with the Columbus Blue Jackets, averaging $6 million per year, after posting 58 points in 82 games this season following his trade from Colorado; the club highlighted his durability and leadership as a key part of its playoff-building approach.
Steelers kicker Chris Boswell agreed to a four-year, $28 million extension through 2030, making him the NFL’s highest-paid kicker at about $7 million per year (tying Brandon Aubrey), with NFL.com’s roundup also noting a slate of other signings and roster moves across multiple teams.
The Carolina Hurricanes signed forward Mark Jankowski to a two-year extension worth an average annual value of $1.85 million through the 2027-28 season. The 31-year-old posted 21 points (11 goals, 10 assists) in 68 regular-season games in 2025-26 and has eight playoff appearances this season with Carolina. Across 482 NHL games, he has 145 points, and he was acquired from Nashville in 2025 for a fifth-round pick.