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NFL·BREAKING·July 28, 2026 05:47 PM ET

Eagles, Browns, Vikings commit $310.2M in extensions

The deals add 10 contract years across three starters.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 281 min read
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Contract extensions today: 🏈Eagles DT Jalen Carter: 4-years, $152M 🏈Browns CB Denzel Ward: 2-year, $62.2M 🏈Vikings RT B Via @AdamSchefter on X

What happened: Philadelphia gave Jalen Carter four years and $152 million, while Cleveland agreed with Denzel Ward on a two-year, $62.2 million deal. Minnesota signed Brian O’Neill to a four-year, $96 million extension.

Why it matters: Carter’s deal includes $106 million guaranteed and keeps him under contract through 2031. Ward receives $52.3 million guaranteed and becomes the NFL’s highest-paid defensive back by annual value, while O’Neill remains with Minnesota through 2030.

By the numbers: The three extensions total $310.2 million over 10 new contract years. Carter averages $38 million annually, Ward $31.1 million and O’Neill $24 million.

What to watch: The final cap structures will determine each club’s near-term roster flexibility.

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