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Set to enter the final year of his revised deal that was signed in 2024, Courtland Sutton now gets rewarded for his loyalty and impressive performances over the years with a new extension that will see him in the Broncos outfit for the next four years. Set to turn 30 in October, this kind of financial security is definitely a blessing for a player of his caliber. The Broncos knew what they were doing when they were waiting on Sutton to appear in training camp before eventually landing a deal with him. It was expected to come this time with his final year with the team only having a base salary of $13.5 million, which is quite the number considering that he’s had a massive 2024 campaign with Denver. It also comes as a promising nod to Broncos QB Bo Nix’s aspirations of becoming the best in the world, by pairing him up with one of the best receivers in the game for the next four years. They got an A+ deal done ahead of the season, and they have secured a promising player to play alongside their rising QB. That’s definitely a win-win for Denver at this point. A Rewarding Extension Sutton was a promising outlet for Nix in his rookie season, and he thrived on third downs with his impressive level of play. That was seen to be one of the biggest reasons why he deserved the $92 million extension that became a great signing bargain for the star. As one of the team captains in the squad, Sutton’s extension means that he will continue to lead them into the deeper runs that they are hoping to come up with this season and beyond. For those who didn’t know, Sutton is the second-longest tenured player in the Denver roster, and has been one of the best players in the squad so far. He did show up for some training camps, but he stayed away from the voluntary camps before a new deal could be cooked up. After all, he made it clear that he did not want to play with his new deal heading to this season. So when the Broncos offered the deal, they also included a performance incentive to his contract – which is an additional $1.5 million considering that he had one of the best seasons for a WR in the previous campaign. Playing Off a Bounce-Back Run Last season, Sutton came up with 1,081 yards and eight touchdowns – along with a career-high 81 catches. That was the first year that he had a tally over the 1,000-yard barrier since his breakout campaign in 2019. While the ACL tear he suffered in 2020 did not do him good in the succeeding years, 2024 proved to be a show of his supreme talent, even with his prime closing out. Sutton has been the most-trusted target for Bo Nix in his rookie season. It was seen in a lot of situations where the playcaller opted to trust the receiver multiple times in various games even in contested situations, only to score a massive win at the end of the play. On top of that, Sutton remains the leader for Denver in terms of targets, receptions, yards, and touchdowns. He has been consistent, and his form has been good, which all proves that he is going to be a prime performer for the Broncos alongside Nix in the coming campaign.

As far as the Los Angeles Chargers are concerned, training camp is another way to prove a player's loyalty in the squad. Well, it definitely paid off for left tackle Rashawn Slater as the Chargers finally agreed to sign him up for a four-year, $114 million deal that guarantees him to get at least $92 million to begin with. Slater's extension was announced by the team as soon as they agreed upon it, and it cannot be denied that it was worth the trouble, as the LT proved to be one of the best players in the game in his position, especially with his previous season's performances really stunning the fans so far. Since joining Los Angeles, Slater has become one of the most prominent players in the roster. He was selected back in the 2021 draft as the 13th overall pick, and has been a two-time Pro Bowler in that span. The left tackle was slated to play on his $19 million fifth-year rookie option had it not been for the deal, which meant that he would not have any financial security beyond 2025. Earning the Contract If there was one player who definitely deserved every penny of his deal with the team, it was Slater. After all, the left tackle remains an elite performer in the squad, and so the Chargers were definitely keen to continue negotiations with him back in July 16th, when he first reported to training camp with the hopes of a new deal. Justin Herberts blindside protector was impressive in most of his years with the team. He earned a Pro Bowl nod and a second-team All-Pro selection in his rookie career. He also placed fourth in AP Offensive Rookie of the Year voting that time. His second season was hampered by a torn biceps, but he returned in stellar form since then and has been durable with only three missed games in the next three seasons. At the age of 26, Slater definitely became a perfect fit for the system that head coach Jim Harbaugh had worked with so far, and even with the schemes of offensive coordinator Greg Roman. He has been an unmovable piece guarding the left side of the line, and bringing him in for more years to come means a secure run with Herbert as well. In 2024, Slater finished second overall among tackles with a grade of 91.1. He was also third in pass blocking at 90.4 and fifth in run blocking at 82.8 If you are still not impressed, he allowed the sixth-lowest pressure rate at 7.8% and the seventh-lowest sack rate at 1.0%, which is definitely a stunning proof of his hard work. What's Next for Slater This year is coming to be a challenge of finding versatile offensive options for Herbert, and it means a lot of adjustments for the left tackle as well. On top of that, there's Najee Harris and Omarion Hampton coming into the squad, which means that Slater will definitely need to make his presence felt. The formula may change at some point, but the Chargers have definitely made sure that he will be part of the team's schemes moving forward. The new contract signing was just a proof of their commitment to the left tackle moving forward, and it would be a promising look to keep an eye out moving forward.

It was easy to expect that Terry McLaurin would not be present at the Washington Commanders’ training camp as he continues to contest for a revamp in his contract with the team. His absence on the team's conditioning test was highly noticeable, and it seems that there are high expectations from both parties before he would be glad to return to the team's exercises. McLaurin has already been vocal about his frustrations with the team after his contract talks with Washington have not progressed any further. That says a lot about how the team is yet to handle his side of the deal despite addressing a few team needs in the offseason so far. With no actual extensions or new adjustments to the deal made, the wide receiver has decided not to show up. It is no secret that McLaurin is entering the final season of his three-year, $68.2 million deal that he signed with the Commanders back in 2022. That was a show of commitment from the team, despite not being the highest-paid receiver in the squad as new signing Deebo Samuel is set to make $650,000 more than him. The McLaurin Situation As far as contract disputes go, McLaurin does have a good and solid argument when it comes to pleading his case for a bigger pay from the Commanders at this point. Washington had an overall impressive season last year, culminating in a near-Super Bowl berth had it not been for the loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC Championship. "I've been pretty frustrated, I'm not going to lie," said McLaurin. "Everything that has transpired up to this point has been disappointing and frustrating. I want to continue my career here. I've created my life here. My wife and I bought our first home here. So this has been somewhere I've always wanted to be. Just to see how things have played out has been disappointing. McLaurin has five straight seasons of 1,000-plus receiving yards – achieved even with a different starting quarterback in each of those seasons. He has also led the Commanders in receptions and receiving yards in each of his first six seasons. But despite all that success, he's just set to make $15.5 million in terms of base salary. On top of that, McLaurin is just guaranteed to make $2.8 million alone in this coming 2025 season – all the more reason for the wide receiver to dispute for a new contract with the team. Does McLaurin Deserve a New Deal from Washington? Essentially, McLaurin deserves a new deal with Washington at this point. Aside from his exploits with the team, it's his rapport that he built with rising star and quarterback Jayden Daniels in 2024. If you are not impressed, he has the second-highest passer rating among quarterback-receiver duos at 130.4 in the NFL. So to fix his problem of having zero financial security beyond 2025 is definitely a must. It is already a risk for him to play under the current deal, which means there is definitely a lot to improve for his sake, starting with a contract extension as well. McLaurin’s frustrations are completely understandable, and there's definitely a lot of reason to expect that he would be hunting that deal with Washington now more than ever. There's a lot of work that needs to be done, however, if the Commanders want to make it work with him. Otherwise, it's going to be an easy trade as Washington would seek the best value out of him.

With its offensive unit arguably locked up and secure for the rest of the offseason, the Kansas City Chiefs now focus on bringing its defensive squad on the forefront with George Karlaftis now expected to ink a four-year, $93 million deal with the team to stay up to the 2029 season. Now it seems that one of the defensive standouts of the league will reside in Kansas City. Spending his first three years with the Chiefs, Karlaftis was a consistent producer for the team and has been an elite defender in his own right. Most of the time, Karlaftis has been tasked against the opposing quarterback, and he's been great in one-on-one matchups, even lining up against All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones. With the makings of being a solid defender for the team, it seems that Karlaftis will now have his big chance on the team to prove his worth on the big stage. This comes as a good hope for the defensive lineman, who will be eager to approach his next few years with a contender team that is likely to make a Super Bowl appearance in one of those years at the very least. A Defender Secured An elite sack artist in his own right, Karlaftis definitely deserves his flowers as he's steadily improved one year after another, proving that he deserves his praise and the money as well. It has been one heck of an amazing run for the defensive lineman, and now his exploits have been rewarded well. "He's a heck of a player and he's done a great job here and he's profiting from that," coach Andy Reid said. "Our team is also profiting from him being around. It's a win-win. He's a relentless player. You can trust him and he's reliable. You know he's going to do the right things and go 100 miles an hour doing it." Tenacious and relentless on the defensive end, Karlaftis has often found himself an efficient performer in his own right, and that says a lot about his value with the team on the defensive end. It can be remembered that he wrapped up the 2024 run with eight sacks, a career-high 28 quarterback hits, and 35 tackles. Playoff Karlaftis has also been great to watch, finishing with four sacks and eight quarterback hits. His eagerness to sacrifice his body at every turn is a great sight for fans, and getting him locked up for the next four years is a huge steal for the Chiefs at this point. What Led to the Deal Under his new contract, Karlaftis will now become the 10th highest-paid defender among pass rushers, despite earning just an average salary of $23.25 million, including incentives. This also means that Karlaftis will stay in the branching guidance of longtime defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo, and may even have a bigger role in the long run. Karlaftis is one of the prominent players to emerge from the Chiefs’ highly praised 2022 Draft Class, which has seen impressive performers such as Isiah Pacheco, Bryan Cook, Leo Chenal, Trent McDuffie, and Jaylen Watson. At this point, it is safe to say that the Chiefs are definitely reaping the benefits of having these players in the rotation. With Karlaftis now kept for four more years – two years before his original contract expires, it is expected that he will find ways to win it all, and contribute even more on the defensive side as the Chiefs eagerly seek to run it back multiple times on the Super Bowl stage.

Garrett Wilson’s future was once in doubt heading into the 2025 NFL season. However, it seems that the New York Jets were quietly interested in keeping him for the years to come with a new deal that will see him in green colors for the next four years. Now that the deal is signed, it seems that Wilson is ready to commit once more with his squad. This deal, a four-year, $130 million contract extension, keeps the wide receiver in the squad all the way to 2030. This also includes a guaranteed salary of $90 million, a $13.75 million signing bonus, and a $20 million option bonus in the second year. A $10 million bonus is in the works for year three, provided he isn’t traded or moves on to another deal with a buyout. Initially, Wilson had two years left in his deal with the Jets and was expected to become either a franchise star to look out for, or an exceptional trade piece for the team in the long run. Now it seems that they are going to build around him and certainly prove that they are right about extending him for the years to come. A Future in Wilson At the age of 24, Garrett Wilson is coming off another 1,000-yard season – his third in a row since being selected as the 10th overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft out of Ohio State. Wilson was well-known for his impressive runs with the squad. The Jets have made it clear that Wilson and cornerback Sauce Gardner are going to be the pieces of the future, which means that the latter should also be getting his payday as soon as Wilson’s deal is inked for good. Wilson’s new deal puts him as one of the highest-paid players in the position. At this rate, he will be earning an annual average of $32.5 million, which means he is fifth overall among WRs in the league. Last season was his best campaign – finishing with 101 receptions, 1,104 yards and seven touchdowns, all of which are career-best numbers to begin with. With Wilson and Gardner secured for the future, it seems that the Jets are investing for long-term campaigns with the duo backing up Justin Fields – who is now the new top QB for the team heading into the 2025 season. Can Wilson Lead the Jets to Greatness? With the continued struggle of New York to come up with a promising push as a leading team in the league, it only seems fitting to put the challenge into the squad’s newly extended players. The Jets have endured seasons where they had Zach Wilson, Joe Flacco, and even Aaron Rodgers as their main playcaller, only to have disappointing results. With Wilson reuniting with Fields after playing together in Ohio State, it seems that there’s going to be quite a promising connection between the two. After all, Wilson is only one of five players in league history to ever 80-plus catches and 1,000-plus yards receiving in each of his first three seasons. Sure, the Jets have seen nine straight losing seasons, but this new groove of signing Wilson and pairing him with Fields may well be the bright light that is starting to emerge off the team for hopes of success in the long run – maybe even a Super Bowl berth for those who have been rooting for New York to win it all.

Before he got injured in July 2023, Nyheim Hines was still wearing a Buffalo Bills uniform and was definitely set for greatness, considering that he was really playing massive football had it not been for his setback. Now that he’s fully healed and ready to rock the NFL world to prove his worth, will he eventually find a new team to play for? Out for two full seasons, Hines definitely has taken a massive time off the game in order to fully recover from his knee injury. That was a massive hurt that fans did not expect to begin with, and it is easy to say that there are a lot of potential that went off the table when he missed out on these years. It is, however, still possible for Hines to recover and find his way back into a championship team as well. While he is still yet to be inked with another team at this point in time, one can say that Hines may well find his worth with some of the teams linked to him. Training camps are already set to get underway this month – and it should open up chances for franchises to reconsider their needs and eventually make an offer for Hines, paving the way for his comeback as he seeks to get back on track. A Hines Comeback? Hines is one of the high-potential running backs who have enjoyed an otherwise great career had it not been for his injury. However, it is expected that teams such as the Cleveland Browns (again), Houston Texans, and Indianapolis Colts could arrive with offers for him in the coming weeks. After all, he’s had workouts with the said teams and is expected to land at least one deal with any of them. "I'm far from done, and the story is in my hand," Hines said of his hopes of returning. "I put myself in this position, but as athletes, we're in an unfortunate situation in a job ... that we can't control everything, but the pen is always in our hand, based on our performance. So, I'm looking forward to the opportunity to grab that pen and write whatever story I want." Selected in the fourth round of the 2018 NFL Draft by the Colts, Hines spent the first four years of his career in Indianapolis as a rotational running back and even a return specialist before he ended up being traded in the 2022 campaign to the Buffalo Bills. Hines proved to be one of the most reliable RBs had it not been for his injuries, which says a lot about his potential for return. For now, it does seem that he will have to wait for offers to come in this month – or else his career may well be slumped for the meantime. Not Being Choosy For Hines, getting a chance to play for a team, regardless of whether it is a contender or a rebuilding team, will be a huge opportunity for him to pass up. After all, there are 53 players in a single roster, and it is definitely impossible that no one would want to bring him in. "I don't need a lot of touches. I would like some touches at times, but I just want the opportunity. Just put me in space, and throughout my career we've seen what I've done with a little bit of space," Hines said. History is on his side, however. Research says that players who excel in multiple areas of the game are more likely to get deals with teams rather than one-way players.

The 2023 run was a storied finish for the Kansas City Chiefs, but 2024? Not really much as they ended up losing the previous Super Bowl. Most of the time, disappointing losses would lead players to be frustrated and desire to complete some unfinished business or avenge their loss. Patrick Mahomes isn’t having any of those dramas up and running, and he is ready to take on the challenge on the big stage. For the most successful quarterback of the decade so far, it is all about playing the game once more and making the most of their chances. That’s what we’ve seen from the many players in the game who ended up as successful players now more than ever. Sure, fatigue may be starting to be a factor, but as a winning team of three Super Bowls, it is safe to say that the Chiefs' playcaller still aspires to win a lot. After all, he is still way ahead of his game. He is just in his prime, and Mahomes definitely has a lot to offer in order to help the Chiefs win now more than ever. At this point, there’s a lot of expectation for the Chiefs to make a glorious run once more, and it cannot be denied that it is really quite a pressure on Mahomes’ leadership moving forward. Just Play Football Mahomes has one goal in mind – to play the game. The Chiefs were in a big challenging spot last season. Sure, they won 15 games, but they remained in constant fire from critics as their level of play waned over time. There were positive results that proved to be of high praise, but fatigue kept showing up as well, and it bit them in the end when they played against an energized Eagles squad. "Whenever you lose, you kind of have this taste in your mouth that you want to go out there and revenge that or whatever you want to say,” Mahomes said. “At the same time, I feel like I've had to sit back and just listen to people talk and talk and I'm like, 'let's just play football and just handle it all out there.' I don't really want to talk about it. I just want to go out and show who we are as the Kansas City Chiefs." The Chiefs are a team to look out for, no matter what the previous season may have to say about that. However, there are a lot of expectations with the way Mahomes is going to lead this squad to bigger heights once more. Revamping the Identity One of the points that Mahomes wanted to point out was the fact that they need to enjoy playing the game. They do have the talent, the coaches, and the experience of winning it all. So this is a matter of minor adjustments that the team has to make if they want to leave a stronger mark in the coming season. "I think it's gonna come from everywhere," Mahomes said. "Obviously, you've got Rashee being back - he looks great. You have Xavier Worthy, who came on so strong at the end of last year. You have Hollywood Brown healthy again. Guys everywhere. You add in Travis Kelce, a Hall of Famer, Noah Gray, a great tight end, and everybody that we've added to all those different rooms.” At this point, it is safe to say that the Chiefs are still a team to look out for in the coming season, and fans should watch out for Kansas City squad that is going to play better than ever.

Defense has always been the pride for the Denver Broncos in the past few years, and the 2024 season was no exception to that as well. After finally clinching double-digit wins for the first time last season since the 2015 campaign, it seems that linebacker Alex Singleton is expected to anchor the defense to bring Denver to the top of the league like they did before. The Broncos are one of the teams slowly moving towards elite playoff contention. They are building on last year’s successes and proving that they still have what it takes to be a top team to look out for. For starters, it seems that the 2015 Broncos are a promising benchmark to begin with. After all, that same squad was also the last version of Denver that managed to reach the Super Bowl and win it all. And that’s what the 2025 Broncos are eager to follow through with: the hopes of proving their worth now more than ever. This is the best they can aspire to be, and even Singleton knows that there are a lot of expectations heading into the campaign. Mile High City on the Rise Denver is one of the teams that have been known for its strong defensive performances in the league over the years, and the current iteration of the team is certainly built for that matter, and now they are chasing bigger goals with the hopes of winning titles at the end of the day. The Orange Crush in the 1970s and ‘80s has all shown that they have what it takes to win. So did the 1997-98 squad that went back-to-back in the championships. If that isn’t a landmark of defensive success at the top, then that’s what the Broncos need to follow as well. "It's one of those things where it's like, 'Let's be better than the 2015 defense.' Stuff where like that's what we need to chase," Singleton said in an interview with DNVR last week. "You have to chase it when we start practice. ... We have to be the best every single day to get where we want to go." For starters, the 2015 Broncos were a notable squad as it ranked 1st overall in total yards, passing yards, average yards per rush, and sacks. It featured elite stars such as future Hall of Famer DeMarcus Ware and that year's Super Bowl MVP, Von Miller. A Chance at a Title? The Broncos were a promising team in 2024. They had a stellar defense led by eventual AP Defensive Player of the Year cornerback Patrick Surtain II. They’ve also managed to keep their key pieces such as D.J. Jones and Justin Strnad and lost only linebacker Cody Barton – with the latter eventually replaced by Singleton himself. "I think this year - a lot of guys, including in the building, didn't fully expect to add so much to the defensive side this offseason and when we got it it was like, 'Oh this is going to be fun,'" Singleton said. "We just went somewhere that a lot of teams don't ever go, we're really, really excited." Fans are yet to see the full strength of this Broncos defense on the biggest stage and against the toughest teams out there. With the season coming in hot, expect a lot of odds to start swaying into Denver’s favor as they try to win big.

In the aftermath of Aaron Rodgers' signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers, the New York Giants now allude to focusing on having two leaders in Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston, to run their offense and move forward for a chance at a bigger glory in the game while also getting a shot at bigger wins now more than ever. So far, nothing has been easy for the Giants – who had a wild offseason and took multiple trips just to make the most of the merry-go-round in the hopes of chasing Rodgers. They did, however, end up landing Wilson as the Giants’ top choice at this point, and it cannot be denied that there was indeed a limbo of speculations before they brought him in. But as the season looms in just a few months, the Giants seem to know who their leader is – or leaders to be exact. In fact, the Giants are leaning on both Wilson and Winston, despite the new signing being the rumored top choice to run the offense. So far, it has been an interesting buzz, and fans are expecting to learn more as the NFL season closes in now more than ever. Multiple QB Leaders? That’s even strange to type to begin with, However, the approach that the Giants are considering seems to be in place for what is expected to be a double-layered offense, and it is said to be one of the most elaborate yet daring attempts to prove their worth on the big stage. According to running back Tyrone Tracy Jr., he is seeing a different pattern at this point, and it is yet to bear fruit – but will have excellent progress in the coming campaign. "I think the first thing that you want to pick out is that the leadership in the room will really help out everybody in the locker room and on the team," Tracy said of the leadership structure. "Obviously, you've got Russ, Mr. Unlimited. Then, you've got Jameis - he's the one who has the personality. They bring a lot of different pieces that we need, and that's what we need as a football team.” Both players bring different forces to the table for the team. Wilson brings a vocal leadership, while Winston, on the other hand, offers a stable approach to the game while also rallying the rest of the squad. Despite Wilson being the bigger veteran on paper, that doesn’t automatically make him the top dog in the dressing room at this point. Ready for Domination? By all accounts, this squad is definitely stronger than it was before, and it cannot be denied that there’s more to expect from their chances of winning now more than ever. Of course, on paper, they do seem to be a super team to begin with. However, none of that will matter if the Giants can’t make the proper approach to the campaign. New York is one of the stacked teams in the league to begin with, but it lacked direction and guidance that would have made it such a promising contender. But now that the team has made some of the necessary tweaks, it is easy to expect that the Giants are finding their way to that bigger level of play. And if that turns out to be the big break that they have been waiting for in a long time – a championship may soon be in order.

I mean, has anyone not thought about this in the first place? Aaron Rodgers just confirmed that the 2025 NFL season will be his last – hinting at the retirement tour that has been long looming for one of the best quarterbacks to ever play in the game. With the Pittsburgh Steelers, it seems that Rodgers is headed straight for one last ride – like Cinderella until the clock strikes at midnight. Now it seems that there is more pressure on the team to win it all. After all, what could be bad about one more Super Bowl win to add to his collection now more than ever? Perhaps that was the biggest reason why the former New York Jets star opted just to sign a one-year deal, and not two-year trial runs where he also has a team or player option attached to it. Instead, it was clear right from the start – Rodgers wants to finish his career with the Steelers, and that seems to be the big picture moving forward as Pittsburgh seek to push for a majestic finish for him. The Last Dance Rodgers inked a one-year, $13.6 million deal with the Steelers earlier this month, and it was definitely clear that the QB would want a change of scenery after New York evidently didn’t work out in any way. The final season was quite unexpected. He did take his time in choosing a team to play for – and even mulled whether or not he would extend his career as well. "That's why we just did a one-year deal - Steelers didn't need to put any extra years on that or anything," Rodgers said. "This was really about finishing with a lot of love and fun and peace for the career that I've had. I mean, I've played freaking 20 years, you know? It's been a long run, and I've enjoyed it. What better to place to finish than in one of the cornerstone franchises of the NFL with Mike Tomlin and a great group of leadership and great guys and a city that expects you to win." The four-time MVP, Super Bowl champion, and definitely a future Hall of Famer ended up choosing to go for one more season with a club that has a lot of championship aspirations to live up to. Rodgers did, however, make it clear that this is not any swing at a possible sports narrative, but rather one last try to play the game he loves the most, and that’s the angle he’s going at despite what the news says. A Historic Season Loading Rodgers is entering the final season of his career with 62,952 career passing yards – good for seventh in the all-time list. At this point, he is set up for bigger records, barring injury. He is expected to surpass Philip Rivers (63,440 yards) and another legendary Steeler, Ben Roethlisberger (64,088 yards), and could surpass Brett Favre (508 passing touchdowns) and Peyton Manning (539 passing touchdowns) in his final season. "But while I'm in it, and for this year, I'm going to give the Steelers everything that I got and empty the tank and be super comfortable and satisfied with whatever happens,” said Rodgers. “Obviously, we dream about playing at the highest level in the biggest games." He may not say it, but Rodgers is obviously looking forward to finish this season with a bang and ride off into the sunset with a chance to win in the biggest stage of the game.

The Jacksonville Jaguars finally signed rookie acquisition Travis Hunter with a four-year deal heading into the 2025 NFL season, and it seems that the team is keen to fire up the campaign with a promising run that will see them return as contenders in the NFL now more than ever. So far, it is looking good, and we are seeing a potential comeback from the team at this point. It can be remembered that the Jaguars moved up with a trade to ensure that they would get Hunter with the second pick instead. They sent a hefty amount of picks to the Cleveland Browns to ensure that they would not miss out on such a dynamic talent, and it seems that this is the best pick that they could have gotten out of it. This marks as the cornerstone of the fresh beginning that the Jaguars are looking forward to with the team putting James Gladstone as their new GM to start off the offseason. Before the draft, Gladstone said that Hunter being a priority acquisition is because of the fact that the receiver/cornerback is regarded as a trajectory-changing player now more than ever. Huge Signing for Jacksonville Rookie contracts are usually pretty predictable — slotted amounts, signing bonuses paid in installments, and a few incentives here and there. But this? This is different. Hunter becomes the first player who isn’t a quarterback or the No. 1 overall pick to get his entire signing bonus all at once. That’s a huge shift in the league’s contract culture and could change how elite prospects negotiate moving forward. The deal is worth $46.65 million over four years, along with a $30.57 million signing bonus. The Jaguars didn’t just draft Hunter — they traded up to get him. And they didn’t just pay him — they made history doing it. According to the team, they’re planning to ease Hunter into both sides of the ball, starting with more offensive snaps early in the season. But make no mistake: the goal is full two-way deployment by Week 1. Hunter is anticipated to be a top-tier acquisition by the team, and him training on both sides of the field means that there is going to be a lot of expectations in his games. He is going to be a two-way performer, and that is just elite as it can be when you hope for massive finishes. Writing History in Jacksonville With top-tier receivers and DBs often commanding north of $25 million per year, locking in a dual-role star at rookie contract prices? That’s not just smart — it could be revolutionary. In 2024, Hunter became the first player in college football history to win both the Biletnikoff Award (best WR) and the Bednarik Award (best defender) in the same season. Oh, and he won the Heisman Trophy, too. The Jaguars took a bold swing — and they just might have hit a grand slam. Travis Hunter is already a once-in-a-generation player. Now, he has a once-in-a-generation contract to match. For fans, all of this means one thing: get ready to watch something special. Whether Hunter is hauling in a deep ball or breaking up a pass on third-and-long, he’s poised to become one of the most exciting players in the league from day one. The contract is just the beginning. The real story will be written on the field — where Travis Hunter has the chance to change the game in real time. The season countdown begins now more than ever, and it is going to be exciting as it can be.