All articles tagged with #rookie deal
Shemar Stewart, a first-round pick for the Cincinnati Bengals, is excited and ready to contribute, having signed his rookie contract and begun training camp. He emphasizes his physical readiness and determination to make an impact, especially in stopping the run, and is eager to improve and surpass expectations for his rookie year.
Luther Burden III signed a historic four-year, $10.965 million fully guaranteed rookie deal with the Chicago Bears, marking the first time a player picked 39th overall in the NFL Draft received such a contract, signaling a shift in the team's contract approach.
Shemar Stewart, the Bengals' first-round pick, has not signed his rookie contract and there were rumors he might return to Texas A&M, but his former coach confirmed he has no intentions of playing for the Aggies in 2025, and the focus remains on him signing with Cincinnati before camp starts.
The Denver Broncos have signed their first-round pick Jahdae Barron to a four-year rookie deal worth $18 million, after a journey driven by his goal to support his single mother. Barron, drafted 20th overall from Texas, is expected to be a versatile and key player in Denver's secondary, with his signing completing the team's 2025 draft class.
Chet Holmgren has agreed to a five-year max contract extension with the Oklahoma City Thunder, worth up to $250 million, after demonstrating his value during the playoffs. The deal follows a similar extension for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and the team now faces future salary cap challenges as they aim to retain their core players.
The Houston Rockets are set to sign Jabari Smith Jr. to a five-year, $122 million rookie extension, securing the young power forward through the 2030/31 season, with the deal being fully guaranteed and no team or player options. This move comes as the Rockets aim to maintain team continuity and build around their core, including recent trade acquisitions and upcoming extension considerations.
Dillon Gabriel, a third-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, has signed a four-year contract with the Cleveland Browns, joining a roster that includes Deshaun Watson and others. His future role on the team remains uncertain, but his high draft position suggests he will have a significant opportunity to compete for the starting quarterback position in 2025.
Jaxson Dart signed a fully guaranteed four-year, $17 million rookie deal with the New York Giants after being drafted 25th overall in the 2025 NFL draft, with plans to develop behind veteran quarterbacks and potentially see playing time depending on team performance.
Caleb Williams, the first overall pick in the NFL draft, claims he isn't handling his contract negotiations with the Chicago Bears, but since he isn't represented by an NFLPA-certified agent, the Bears can only negotiate directly with him. The Bears have told the NFL they are only speaking to Williams, raising questions about the accuracy of the situation as Williams remains unsigned.
The 49ers have signed first-round receiver Ricky Pearsall to a four-year rookie deal worth $12.5 million fully guaranteed, including a $5.9 million signing bonus, completing their eight-player draft class signings. Pearsall, drafted 31st overall, had an impressive college career at the University of Florida.
The Milwaukee Bucks have made NBA history by signing Chris Livingston, the final pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, to a four-year deal worth $7.7 million, the largest total salary for the final pick in any NBA Draft to date. At 19 years old, Livingston is expected to contribute to the Bucks' roster, particularly in rebounding and defense, as the team focuses on developing young talent.
The Cleveland Browns have signed wide receiver Cedric Tillman, their first pick in the 2023 draft, to a four-year rookie deal. Tillman was selected 74th overall out of Tennessee and is the sixth member of the Browns' 2023 draft class to sign. Only one pick remains unsigned.
The Atlanta Falcons have agreed to a four-year deal with running back Bijan Robinson, the eighth overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft. The deal is worth $21.96 million and is fully guaranteed, with a fifth-year option included. Robinson was twice named All-Big 12 and won the Doak Walker Award as the nation's top running back in 2022.