What happened: Carter agreed to a four-year, $152 million extension through 2031. The deal includes $106 million guaranteed and can reach $160 million.
Why it matters: The contract makes Carter the NFL's highest-paid defensive tackle entering the 2026 season. It also removes a future extension decision from Philadelphia's offseason agenda.
By the numbers: The base value averages $38 million per year, while the maximum value averages $40 million. Guarantees represent 69.7% of the $152 million base.
What to watch: Attention turns to Carter's training-camp workload and Philadelphia's defensive rotation before the 2026 opener.