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The Cincinnati Bengals and defensive end Trey Hendrickson are far apart on guaranteed money in their contract negotiations, despite agreeing on the deal's duration and average annual value, which could impact his readiness for Week 1 and the team's roster decisions.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have restructured Baker Mayfield's contract, securing him $30 million guaranteed in 2026, providing him with added security in his current deal as he continues to excel in his NFL career.
Baker Mayfield's contract with the Buccaneers, signed through 2026, now includes guaranteed money for that year, with the amount reportedly at $30 million, as the team and Mayfield look toward a potential extension.
The Las Vegas Raiders released DT Christian Wilkins, who was under a nearly $110 million contract with $35.2 million guaranteed, citing his failure to maintain physical condition. Wilkins has filed a grievance through the NFLPA, highlighting issues with guaranteed money in NFL contracts and the league's injury and termination policies. This case underscores ongoing concerns about the transparency and enforceability of guaranteed contracts in the NFL.
Trey Hendrickson is seeking a more lucrative contract from the Bengals, who have only offered one year of full guarantees and a $16 million salary for 2025, leading to ongoing negotiations. The Bengals typically offer limited guarantees, contrasting with other teams that provide multi-year guarantees, and Hendrickson aims for a deal comparable to top pass rushers like Maxx Crosby.
T.J. Watt signed a groundbreaking four-year contract with the Steelers, including three fully guaranteed years totaling $108 million, making it the highest guaranteed amount for a non-quarterback in NFL history, ensuring his stay with the team through 2027.
The San Francisco 49ers signed rookie defensive tackle Alfred Collins to a four-year, $10.3 million contract with $9 million guaranteed, marking a significant move that is expected to influence NFL rookie contract negotiations and solidify Collins' role on the team's revamped defensive line.
After a prolonged signing delay, the San Francisco 49ers signed their second-round rookie Alfred Collins to a fully guaranteed four-year deal worth $10.3 million, setting a new benchmark for guarantees in the second round and likely prompting other unsigned second-rounders to secure similar guarantees as training camp approaches.
Justin Jefferson signed a four-year, $140 million contract with the Minnesota Vikings, emphasizing real money and guaranteed amounts, including a $110 million injury guarantee. The deal avoids inflated figures seen in other recent receiver contracts and aligns with the structure of Nick Bosa's high-value deal. This contract secures Jefferson's future with the Vikings and reflects his trust in head coach Kevin O'Connell.
Jaylon Johnson's decision to reportedly sign a $76 million, four-year deal instead of taking the $19.8 million franchise tag for 2024 has raised concerns in league circles, with insiders questioning whether he received fair value for trading in the tag and the potential for a 20-percent raise if tagged again. The deal's details and structure are still unclear, leading to speculation about the fairness of the agreement.
Lamar Jackson has signed a five-year deal with the Baltimore Ravens worth $260 million, making him the highest-paid player in the NFL at $52 million per year, with $185 million in guaranteed money. Jackson's deal comes after 27 months of negotiations and just 10 days after Jalen Hurts signed a five-year contract extension for $255 million. Jackson's representation of himself in the negotiations paid off, and he will remain with the Ravens for another five years.
Jalen Hurts, quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles, signed a $255 million, five-year deal with $179.3 million guaranteed. Despite having the leverage to ask for a fully guaranteed deal, Hurts prioritized giving the Eagles flexibility to build a winning team. He stated, "Money is nice. Championships are better." While some quarterbacks have taken less than market value to allow teams salary-cap flexibility, others have tried to maximize their earning potential. The comparison between the two approaches can be unfair, but Hurts' deal may become the new starting point for future negotiations.