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NFL·BREAKING·July 30, 2026 04:57 PM ET

Olave lands four-year, $132M extension with Saints

The deal guarantees $90M after his career-high 100 catches

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 311 min read
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Ohio State WR contracts over the last two offseasons include: 🏈Jaxon Smith Njigba: 4-years, $168.6M 🏈Chris Olave: 4-ye Via @AdamSchefter on X

What happened: Chris Olave's agreement follows four-year deals worth $130 million for Garrett Wilson and $97 million over three years for Terry McLaurin. The three receivers' extensions total $359 million.

Why it matters: Olave enters the 2026 season with long-term security after setting career highs across every major receiving category. His $33 million annual average narrowly tops Wilson's $32.5 million and McLaurin's $32.3 million.

By the numbers: Olave caught 100 passes for 1,163 yards and nine touchdowns in 2025. His deal carries a $33 million annual average, compared with $32.5 million for Wilson and about $32.3 million for McLaurin.

What to watch: The contract structure will determine how the guaranteed money and future cap charges are distributed.

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