Jalen Carter, Eagles agree to four-year extension
Philadelphia banks on a historic $152 million, four‑year pact to lock up defensive tackle Jalen Carter.
Coverage (11)
- Eagles signing defensive tackle Jalen Carter to 4-year, $152 million extension The New York Times · 3h ago
- Eagles and Jalen Carter agree to terms of massive contract extension NBC Sports Philadelphia · 3h ago
- Eagles make Jalen Carter highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history with $152 million extension, per report CBS Sports · 3h ago
- Eagles, DT Jalen Carter agree to four-year, $152M extension ESPN · 3h ago
- Jalen Carter, Eagles agree to four-year extension NBC Sports · 3h ago
- Who Eagles Will Pay Next With Jalen Carter Extension Done Sports Illustrated · 3h ago
- ‘Absolute No Brainer,’ ‘Bad News for the Bucs’ — NFL World Reacts to Jalen Carter Landing Historic $152M Extension Yahoo Sports · 3h ago
- Jalen Carter's Extension Further Boosts the Legend of Georgia Football's 2021 Defense Sports Illustrated · 3h ago
- Ex-UGA football star becomes highest-paid player at his position WSB-TV · 3h ago
- Eagles sign Jalen Carter through 2031, make him highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history Inquirer.com · 3h ago
- Highest-Paid Defensive Tackles in the NFL: Full Breakdown Sports Illustrated · 3h ago
The brief
The move signals a decisive shift to cement a core defensive piece early on. The New York Times detailed the terms, noting the $152 million value and four‑year length, and highlighted that the agreement makes Carter the highest‑paid defensive tackle in NFL history.
NBC Sports Philadelphia echoed the financial magnitude, describing the contract as massive, while ESPN and CBS Sports confirmed the four‑year structure and the historic salary status. Across the outlets, the consensus framed the deal as a benchmark for interior defensive line compensation.
The extension is now official, placing Carter on a $152 million roster slot for the next four seasons. Analysts will monitor how the commitment shapes future negotiations for interior linemen across the league.
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Quick answers
What are the financial terms of Jalen Carter's contract extension?
The agreement is a four‑year deal worth $152 million, making him the highest‑paid defensive tackle in NFL history.
Which publication first reported the contract’s record salary status?
The New York Times reported that the extension makes Carter the highest‑paid defensive tackle.
How many seasons does the new deal cover?
The extension spans the next four seasons for the Eagles.
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