Patriots Sign Linebacker Ja'Whaun Bentley to Two-Year Extension

New England Patriots sign linebacker Ja'Whaun Bentley to a two-year, $18.75 million extension with $9 million fully guaranteed.
Bentley has been a key player for the Patriots since being drafted in 2018 and helped them win a Super Bowl in 2019.
Bentley has been a full-time starter for the Patriots for the past three seasons and had a breakout year in 2022 with career-highs in tackles, sacks, and a fumble recovery.
Bentley was selected by the Patriots in the fifth round of the 2018 NFL Draft and has started every game since 2020.
Bentley can now earn a maximum value of $18.75 million over the next three seasons, with $9 million guaranteed.