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Eagles Lock Up Jalen Carter: Highest Paid DT Ever!
28 Jul
Summary
- Jalen Carter inked a record-breaking $152 million extension.
- His new deal makes him the highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history.
- The Eagles secured their defensive cornerstone through the 2031 season.
The Philadelphia Eagles have secured a monumental long-term deal with star defensive tackle Jalen Carter. As of Tuesday, July 28, 2026, Carter has agreed to a four-year extension worth $152 million, with the potential to reach $160 million. This landmark contract includes $106 million guaranteed.
Carter's new agreement makes him the highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history, surpassing the previous record holder with an average annual value of $38 million. This extension keeps the 25-year-old cornerstone with the Eagles through the 2031 season.
The Eagles also recently extended defensive tackle Jordan Davis on a three-year, $78 million deal. With both Carter and Davis now locked in, the Eagles' interior defensive line is firmly established for the foreseeable future, marking a successful offseason for the team's defensive unit.
