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Jared Goff's $212 Million Extension Reshapes NFL Quarterback Market

Detroit Lions commit to Goff with a four-year deal, impacting future contracts for quarterbacks across the league.

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Media members surround legendary baseball player Miguel Cabrera after he gave his final goodbye to the fans during his last game with the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park in Detroit on Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023.

Overview

  • Goff's contract includes $170 million in guarantees and an average annual value of $53 million.
  • This deal makes Goff the highest-paid athlete in Detroit sports history.
  • The extension places Goff's salary ahead of elite quarterbacks like Mahomes and Jackson.
  • Upcoming contract negotiations for quarterbacks like Trevor Lawrence and Dak Prescott will be influenced by Goff's new deal.
  • Miami's Tua Tagovailoa is expected to seek a contract exceeding $55 million annually following Goff's extension.