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Simmons inks 3-year, $105.8M extension to anchor Titans’ defense
sports22 days ago

Simmons inks 3-year, $105.8M extension to anchor Titans’ defense

The Tennessee Titans signed defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons to a three-year, $105.8 million extension (about $35.2 million per year), extending his deal through 2030 and making him the highest-paid interior defensive lineman by new-money average. The extension, which also stretches the overall contract to five years and $149.97 million, solidifies Simmons as the cornerstone of Tennessee’s defense after a four-time Pro Bowl and 2025 All-Pro resume.

Mahomes signs record $504.75M extension with Chiefs through 2033
sports1 month ago

Mahomes signs record $504.75M extension with Chiefs through 2033

Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs agreed to a record-setting $504.75 million extension through 2033, adding two years to his deal and making him the NFL’s highest-value contract in history. The extension comes after Mahomes’ December ACL/LCL surgery and follows years of restructures on his 2020 deal, with ESPN reporting and Equity Sports confirming; he’s rehabbing and aiming to be ready for the season opener.

Mayfield Sets Training Camp Deadline in Bucs Contract Talks
sports1 month ago

Mayfield Sets Training Camp Deadline in Bucs Contract Talks

Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield says contract-extension talks with Tampa Bay are not close and has set the start of training camp as the deadline to reach a deal; if no agreement is reached, he’ll play out the final year of his three-year, $100 million contract signed in 2024. He stressed his commitment to Tampa and his desire for a long-term deal, while noting the team could still pursue a franchise-tag option next year if needed.

Packers ink $110.5M extension for Watson to power up receiving corps
sports1 month ago

Packers ink $110.5M extension for Watson to power up receiving corps

The Green Bay Packers signed Christian Watson to a four-year, $110.5 million extension with a $31 million signing bonus, tying him to the club through the 2030 season as the team reshapes its receiving corps with Jayden Reed and Matthew Golden while losing Romeo Doubs. Watson, a big-play threat who has averaged 17.0 yards per catch in his first four seasons, carries health risk due to recurring injuries but could be a game-changing asset if he stays healthy. The deal comes amid about $28.5 million in cap space, signaling a high-upside investment in a revamped offense around Watson and his teammates, including Tucker Kraft returning from ACL rehab.

sports1 month ago

Steelers Weigh Nick Herbig Extension Amid Cap and Role Questions

The Steelers reportedly consider Nick Herbig a high-priority extension behind Joey Porter Jr., but the deal hinges on whether Herbig signs now or waits for free agency. With T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith already paid top dollar, Pittsburgh must balance a potential near-$16M APY for Herbig against cap realities, possible trades, and the risk of losing him if he walks as Watt turns 32 and Highsmith 30, all while Herbig would still be backing up two veteran edge rushers who are under contract near 2027.

Packers lock in Jayden Reed on 3-year, $50.25M extension ahead of Day 2
sports2 months ago

Packers lock in Jayden Reed on 3-year, $50.25M extension ahead of Day 2

The Green Bay Packers signed slot receiver Jayden Reed to a three-year, $50.25 million contract with $20 million guaranteed, positioning him as the team's primary inside target after letting Romeo Doubs depart and trading Dontayvion Wicks. With an average of about $16.75 million per year, Reed sits in the mid‑WR2 to high‑WR3 range and will flank Christian Watson and 2025 first‑rounder Matthew Golden on the outside, with backups in Savion Williams and Skyy Moore. Reed has 138 receptions for 1,857 yards and 15 touchdowns (plus 34 rushes for 310 yards and 3 rushing TDs) since being drafted in 2023, though injuries limited him to seven games in 2025.

49ers Lock In Trent Williams Through 2027, Leaving Seahawks to Face Dominance
sports2 months ago

49ers Lock In Trent Williams Through 2027, Leaving Seahawks to Face Dominance

San Francisco signed a two-year, $50 million extension for Trent Williams through 2027, making him the first non-quarterback to surpass $400 million in career earnings. The deal cements Williams as a perpetual threat to Seattle’s defense given his elite play at left tackle, and even as he ages toward 39, he remains among the league’s best, ensuring the 49ers’ line dominance and continuing headaches for the Seahawks.

Texans lock in Will Anderson Jr. on three-year, $150M deal
sports2 months ago

Texans lock in Will Anderson Jr. on three-year, $150M deal

The Houston Texans finalized a three-year extension with edge rusher Will Anderson Jr., worth about $150 million with $134 million guaranteed and including a no-trade clause, making him the league's highest-paid non-quarterback. Anderson, the 2023 No. 3 overall pick and 2025 first-team All-Pro, posted 12 sacks, 20 tackles for loss, and 23 QB hits in 17 games last season. The deal solidifies Houston's top defensive cornerstone as the team pivots toward signing quarterback C.J. Stroud to a long-term deal.

Chiefs lock Kelce to three-year extension worth up to $57.735M
sports3 months ago

Chiefs lock Kelce to three-year extension worth up to $57.735M

Travis Kelce re-signed with the Chiefs on a three-year extension worth up to $57.735 million (AAV $19.245M), including $12 million guaranteed and $3 million in incentives for 2026; the backloaded structure could make it effectively a one-year commitment depending on guarantees. Kelce had 76 receptions for 851 yards and 5 TD in 2025 and enters the deal with a historic production profile for the position.

Seahawks lock in record-breaking extension for Jaxon Smith-Njigba
sports3 months ago

Seahawks lock in record-breaking extension for Jaxon Smith-Njigba

Seattle exercised fifth-year options on Devon Witherspoon and Jaxon Smith-Njigba, then reached a record extension with JSN that makes him the NFL’s highest-paid WR and Seahawks’ top earner. The deal features a $35M fully guaranteed signing bonus, a $30M 2027 option bonus, a $10M 2029 option bonus, fully guaranteed base salaries through 2029, guarantees on 2028–2029 salaries, escalating base salaries through 2031, a 2032 void year, and workout/roster bonuses that drive cap hits through 2031.

Seahawks lock up Jaxon Smith-Njigba with record-setting four-year extension
sports3 months ago

Seahawks lock up Jaxon Smith-Njigba with record-setting four-year extension

Seattle signs star wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba to a four-year, $168.6 million extension ($120 million guaranteed), making him the NFL’s highest-paid WR by annual value at about $42.15 million. After a 2025 season that earned him first-team All-Pro honors and NFL Offensive Player of the Year, including 1,793 receiving yards on 119 catches and 10 touchdowns, he’ll anchor Seattle’s high-powered offense as the cornerstone of their Super Bowl 60-winning squad.