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Bengals Re-Sign Center Ted Karras to One-Year Extension

The NFLPA vice president used the deal to press for pension credit for veteran practice-squad players.

Aug 7, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Cincinnati Bengals center Ted Karras (64) in the tunnel against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Eric Hartline-Imagn Images/ File Photo
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Aug 7, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Shemar Stewart (97), center Ted Karras (64) and offensive tackle Orlando Brown Jr. (75) in the tunnel against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Cincinnati announced the new pact Friday, keeping the 32-year-old starter in place for the 2025 season.
  • Contract figures vary by outlet, with NFL Network reporting $5 million and Spotrac estimating about $6 million.
  • Pro Football Rumors says the move leaves Karras under contract through 2026, with full terms still being clarified.
  • Karras publicly urged changes to count extended practice-squad service toward pension eligibility for long-tenured players.
  • The 11-year veteran enters his fifth season in Cincinnati after starting 17 games in each of the past two seasons.