Joe Burrow Signs Massive Contract Extension with the Bengals
Historic Deal Worth $275 Million
In a groundbreaking move, star quarterback Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals have inked a five-year contract extension valued at a staggering $275 million. The hefty deal secures Burrow's long-term future in Cincinnati and makes him one of the NFL's highest-paid players.
Details of the Contract
The contract includes a signing bonus of $23.88 million and a base salary of just $3.295 million. The remaining $90.15 million comes in the form of roster bonuses, incentives, and other contractual provisions.
Burrow's annual average salary of $55 million now surpasses that of Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert, making him the NFL's highest-paid quarterback on an annual basis.
Burrow's Impact on the Bengals
Burrow's presence in Cincinnati has transformed the Bengals from a perennial cellar dweller to a legitimate Super Bowl contender. Since being drafted first overall in 2020, Burrow has led the team to their first AFC Championship Game appearance in over 30 years.
With Burrow under contract for the foreseeable future, the Bengals are poised to remain a force in the NFL for years to come.
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