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Packers extend WR Jayden Reed for 3 years, $50.25M

Reed gets $20M guaranteed.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Apr 241 min read
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What happened: The Green Bay Packers have agreed to a three-year contract extension with wide receiver Jayden Reed worth $50.25 million in new money, including $20 million guaranteed, per agents and Adam Schefter. The deal was reported amid the 2026 NFL Draft. Reed, a third-year pro, provides a key target in the Packers' offense.

Why it matters: The extension stabilizes Green Bay's receiver room after trading WR Christian Watson to the Patriots for a 2027 third-round pick. It signals long-term commitment to Reed ahead of the 2026 season. Packers' offense gains continuity amid draft moves.

By the numbers: {"contract": {"duration": "3 years", "new_money": "$50.25M", "guaranteed": "$20M"}}.

What to watch: Monitor Packers' Day 2 draft picks as they reshape the roster.

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