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Eagles Poised to Offer Landmark Extension to All-Pro Defensive Tackle Jalen Carter

The team has cleared salary-cap space to open negotiations on a projected four-year, $168 million deal that would redefine pay for interior defensive linemen.

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Jalen Carter #98 of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrates during a game against the Carolina Panthers at Lincoln Financial Field on December 08, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Overview

  • NFL executives ranked Carter third among interior defensive linemen in ESPN’s latest preseason survey, underscoring his rapid ascent.
  • General Manager Howie Roseman reorganized the Eagles’ salary cap this offseason to facilitate imminent contract talks with Carter.
  • The proposed four-year, $168 million extension would eclipse existing interior defensive line deals in average annual value.
  • Carter’s breakout sophomore season featured 42 tackles, 4.5 sacks and 16 quarterback hits, earning him All-Pro second-team and Pro Bowl honors en route to a Super Bowl title.
  • An anonymous NFL head coach lauded Carter’s elite tools and instincts, projecting Hall of Fame-caliber potential if he maintains discipline.