Jalen Hurts, Eagles will reportedly negotiate massive contract extension this offseason
It's only his second full season as the Eagles' starter, but QB Jalen Hurts has already guided the team to a Super Bowl appearance. According to NFL Insider Ian Rapoport, the 24-year-old's stellar campaign has put him in line for a massive contract extension this offseason.
On "NFL GameDay," Rapoport revealed Philadelphia's offseason plan for its franchise signal-caller.
"He's eligible for an extension after the season, and my understanding is the Philadelphia Eagles and his agent, Nicole Lynn, are going to get together this offseason and see if they can work out what would no doubt be a big-time monster extension for Jalen Hurts," said Rapoport.
Hurts has a $4.8 million cap hit for next season, the final year of his rookie deal. Since he was a second-round draft pick, he doesn't have a fifth-year option, making him eligible for an extension.
The Eagles are 16-1 when Hurts starts this year. In those 17 games, Hurts has thrown for 3,976 yards, 24 touchdowns, and only six interceptions, adding 833 yards on the ground. Aside from earning second-team All-Pro honors, he was named a MVP finalist.
During Philadelphia's NFC Championship win against San Francisco, Hurts set the NFL record for most rushing TDs by a QB in a single season, including playoffs (15).
Sportrac's calculations estimate Hurts should net a contract with a $44.2 million average annual salary based on market value. His actual contract could be higher than that if he takes home the Lombardi Trophy in two weeks.
Despite having 20 impending free agents, the Eagles' championship window should remain wide open long after this season, with Hurts at QB and GM Howie Roseman constructing the roster.\\
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