Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders was cited by police Tuesday morning for driving 101 ...

Cleveland Browns quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/210099" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/210099">Shedeur Sanders</a> was cited by police Tuesday morning for driving 101 mph, according to police records obtained by <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/45540231/browns-rookie-shedeur-sanders-cited-driving-101-mph">ESPN</a>.Sanders, 23, was stopped by an officer in Strongsville, Ohio, at 12:24 a.m. for driving his black Dodge TRX truck 41 mph over the posted speed limit of 60. He now must either pay a $250 fine for the fourth-degree misdemeanor or fight the ticket July 3 in Strongsville Mayor's Court, ESPN added.This wasn't Sanders' first speeding citation in the state. A <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/45545248/browns-shedeur-sanders-cited-twice-month-speeding">court record</a> filed June 6 states that the Ohio State Patrol pulled Sanders over in Brunswick Hills, Ohio, earlier this month after he drove 91 mph in a 65 mph zone, according to <a href="https://www.wkbn.com/sports/cleveland-browns/browns-address-speeding-tickets-with-rookie-qb-shedeur-sanders/">Talia Naquin, Ed Gallek, Peggy Gallek of WKBN-TV</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Sanders has addressed the tickets with the Browns."He is taking care of the tickets," Browns spokesman Peter John-Baptiste told <a href="https://www.cleveland.com/news/2025/06/shedeur-sanders-was-pulled-over-for-speeding-less-than-two-weeks-before-latest-citation.html">Alex Darus of Cleveland.com</a>.The rookie QB joined the Browns as a fifth-round pick after a shocking fall in the 2025 NFL Draft. The Colorado product participated in the team's mandatory minicamp last week.

BEREA, OHIO - JUNE 12: Quarterback Shedeur Sanders #12 of the Cleveland Browns watches practice during organized team activities at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on June 12, 2025 in Berea, Ohio.

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Five-star athlete Brandon Arrington is committing to Texas A&amp;M, he announced Thursday.Arrington is the No. 1 athlete and 14th-ranked recruit in 2026, according to the <a href="https://www.espn.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/257193/brandon-arrington">ESPN 300</a>. The California native's decision came down to Texas A&amp;M and Oregon.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
BREAKING: Five-Star CB Brandon Arrington has Committed to Texas A&amp;M, he tells me for <a href="https://twitter.com/On3Recruits?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@on3recruits</a> The No. 1 CB in the ‘26 Class chose the Aggies over Oregon “I’m home 🏡”<a href="https://t.co/AHYhx3try2">https://t.co/AHYhx3try2</a> <a href="https://t.co/q1TA579k7O">pic.twitter.com/q1TA579k7O</a>— Hayes Fawcett (@Hayesfawcett3) <a href="https://twitter.com/Hayesfawcett3/status/1935764952582602777?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 19, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>He's the Aggies' highest-ranked recruit for 2026 so far. The college has landed nine other ESPN 300 prospects, including five top-100 athletes.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Arrington's stood out as both a wide receiver and cornerback at Mount Miguel High School. He's also a track and field star who ran the 100m dash in 10.21 seconds and the 200m dash in 20.44 seconds, according to <a href="https://worldathletics.org/athletes/united-states/brandon-arrington-14993735">World Athletics</a>.

ARLINGTON, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 28: A Texas A&M Aggies helmet during the Southwest Classic at AT&T Stadium on September 28, 2019 in Arlington, Texas.

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Reports indicate New York Giants players have been extra competitive on the field during the team's offseason program, and veteran offensive tackle <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/83253" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/83253">Jermaine Eluemunor</a> offered an honest explanation as to what's behind it.Eluemunor and his teammates can't stand losing anymore."People are just sick and tired of not being good, and it all starts in the trenches," Eluemunor said Wednesday, according to <a href="https://x.com/SNYGiants/status/1935382029803077684">SNY</a>. "The O-line and D-line are where games are really won. We can talk about the receiver room or DBs, and quarterback is a really important position, but games are really decided in the trenches."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Tempers flared during organized team activities earlier this month, and New York's June 5 practice ended with players pushing, shoving, and throwing punches. Edge rusher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174003" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174003">Kayvon Thibodeaux</a> <a href="https://apnews.com/article/giants-burns-hudson-fight-798d971bc9560127711c9331659b19eb">reportedly</a> swung at Eluemunor in one of multiple brawls at practice."It was intense, especially with the players that we have on O-line and D-line," Eluemunor said. "But at the end of the day, everyone got better from it."The Giants have only had one winning season over the past eight years. They only won three games in 2024."Going 3-14 is terrible," Eluemunor <a href="https://x.com/SNYGiants/status/1935380826822226396">said</a>.He added, "That feeling that you get after you win the game and truly seeing everything you put in the week and all the work you've been putting in paying off, there's no feeling like it, and it's addictive and that's what you want, week in and week out. ... And that's what the team wants to become."Eluemunor started 15 games in his first season with the Giants last year. The offensive line is one of the team's biggest question marks in 2025 after it struggled again in '24.The Giants' front seven is also under pressure to deliver with several high-profile players headlining the depth chart. New York drafted edge rusher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/209913" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/209913">Abdul Carter</a> third overall this year, adding him to a unit that also features defensive tackle <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/105300" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/105300">Dexter Lawrence</a> and pass-rushers <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/110192" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/110192">Brian Burns</a> and Thibodeaux, among others.

PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 28: Jermaine Eluemunor #72 of the New York Giants runs across the field during an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium on October 28, 2024 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

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The Baltimore Ravens are granting <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/97162" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/97162">Lamar Jackson</a>'s wishes.Baltimore signed two-time Pro Bowl cornerback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/94616" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/94616">Jaire Alexander</a> on Wednesday, the team announced. Alexander inked a one-year deal worth $6 million in total, a source told <a href="https://x.com/JFowlerESPN/status/1935384960778780774">ESPN's Jeremy Fowler</a>.Alexander, 28, became one of the NFL's best corners over seven seasons with the Green Bay Packers. However, he battled several injuries and appeared in only 14 games over the past two seasons. The Packers released him June 9.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The signing of the two-time All-Pro comes a day after Jackson publicly asked Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta to bring in Alexander, a former college teammate of Jackson's at Louisville."Go get him, Eric," Jackson <a href="https://x.com/MySportsUpdate/status/1935088296259973164">told</a> reporters Tuesday.A visibly excited Jackson welcomed Alexander at the Ravens' facility.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
.<a href="https://twitter.com/Lj_era8?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Lj_era8</a> had to be the first to welcome Jaire 💜 <a href="https://t.co/QBOcJsrQ1u">pic.twitter.com/QBOcJsrQ1u</a>— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) <a href="https://twitter.com/Ravens/status/1935382685700010223?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 18, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Alexander registered two interceptions, including a pick-6, in seven games in 2024 while allowing an 86.9 passer rating on 30 targets, according to Football Reference. He also had seven pass breakups.Adding to the cornerback position was a priority for the Ravens this offseason, as they look for a new starter to line up with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199746" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199746">Nate Wiggins</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/87651" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/87651">Marlon Humphrey</a>. Baltimore signed <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/76412" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/76412">Chidobe Awuzie</a> in March and used a sixth-round pick on <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/210133" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/210133">Bilhal Kone</a> in April. The club also drafted safety <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/209909" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/209909">Malaki Starks</a> 25th overall.

BALTIMORE, MD - AUGUST 15: Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander (23) during the National Football League preseason game between the Green Bay Packers and Baltimore Ravens on August 15, 2019 at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, MD

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"Do not change a thing about Justin Herbert."<a href="https://twitter.com/CoachJim4UM?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachJim4UM</a> tells <a href="https://twitter.com/colincowherd?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@colincowherd</a> he's happy with the Chargers' star quarterback. <a href="https://t.co/YfTX4y5DZM">pic.twitter.com/YfTX4y5DZM</a>— Herd w/Colin Cowherd (@TheHerd) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheHerd/status/1935064907797692785?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 17, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Harbaugh has arguably been Herbert's biggest supporter since becoming the Chargers' head coach last year. The 61-year-old, who said he was starstruck meeting the QB, went viral last month for saying he recently woke up and was determined that he needed to get Herbert into the Hall of Fame. Harbaugh also described the 27-year-old passer as "half man, half beast" after an impressive performance in November.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Herbert did look solid in his first year with Harbaugh on the sideline, passing for 23 touchdowns with only three interceptions to help Los Angeles reach the playoffs with an 11-6 record. However, the Chargers' season ended against the Houston Texans in the wild-card round, with Herbert throwing four interceptions.

FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - DECEMBER 28: Jim Harbaugh head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers pumps up Justin Herbert #10 of the Los Angeles Chargers prior to the start of the game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on December 28, 2024 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.

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The Baltimore Ravens kicked off their mandatory minicamp Tuesday, and it didn't take long for veteran receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/46606" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/46606">DeAndre Hopkins</a> to make an impression on his new quarterback."That guy's dope. He's different," <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/97162" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/97162">Lamar Jackson</a> <a href="https://x.com/Ravens/status/1935077820654321999">said</a> of Hopkins. "I threw him a shallow today, (he) caught the ball so smooth. I don't even think he put his other hand on the ground to get up. ... That's some super vet-type stuff."I'm looking forward to throwing a lot of touchdowns to him this year."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Hopkins, 33, signed a one-year contract with Baltimore this offseason after finishing the 2024 campaign with the Kansas City Chiefs. The three-time first-team All-Pro caught 56 passes for 610 yards and five touchdowns last year during stints with the Tennessee Titans (six games) and Chiefs (10).The seven-time 1,000-yard wideout said Tuesday he's excited about joining the Ravens, highlighting the team's chemistry."The camaraderie, how close guys are," Hopkins <a href="https://x.com/Ravens/status/1935073167329898938">said</a> when asked what stands out about Baltimore. "That's what makes a great football team. They do things not just on the field but off the field together."Hopkins is joining a Ravens depth chart highlighted by a pair of former first-round wide receivers in <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188142" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188142">Zay Flowers</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161658" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161658">Rashod Bateman</a>. Flowers led the club with 74 receptions and 1,059 yards in 2024.The Jackson-led Ravens have won 25 games over the past two seasons. However, the team lost to the Chiefs in the AFC title game in 2024 and fell short in the divisional round versus the Buffalo Bills in January. The two-time NFL MVP believes his team is on the right track, though."Before, it was like, 'Oh, you can't win a playoff game.' Then, we won a playoff game. We got to the AFC championship," Jackson explained, according to <a href="https://x.com/jamisonhensley/status/1935082536201322652">ESPN's Jamison Hensley</a>. "We just fell two games short this year. We're going to bounce back. And when we come back, I feel like we're going to have vengeance on our mind."Jackson and Co. will have an early chance for revenge when they kick off their new season against the Buffalo Bills on Sept. 7.

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - FEBRUARY 3: DeAndre Hopkins #8 of the Kansas City Chiefs does an interview during Super Bowl LIX Opening Night on February 02, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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Cleveland Browns defensive end <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/87669" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/87669">Myles Garrett</a> lobbied for<a target="_blank" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161667"> Micah</a><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161667" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161667"> Parsons</a>, insisting the Dallas Cowboys should reward their star linebacker as he seeks a contract extension."He deserves whatever he's earned," Garrett said of Parsons, according to <a href="https://x.com/_abigaiiiil/status/1934319311931269511">Abby Jones of DLLS Sports</a>. "The guy is special. Once I got the chance to train with him, I've seen his work ethic. I've seen how he attacks. The weights. Running. He's 100% committed to his craft and getting better every day. He's someone who has that level of dedication to the game."He should get every penny he's owed."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Garrett requested a trade from the Browns in March but eventually stayed put by signing a four-year, $160-million extension, a record for defensive players.Parsons, who's entering the last year of his rookie deal, could reset that market. However, it remains unclear when Dallas might sign him to a new contract. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is known for not rushing to extend his biggest stars. In 2024, he waited to ink receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/120335" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/120335">CeeDee Lamb</a> and quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/50470" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/50470">Dak Prescott</a> to long-term deals until August and September, respectively.Parsons attended minicamp last week despite not having a new deal. The 26-year-old recently said negotiations are in Jones' hands. With Parsons projected to sign a record-breaking deal, Jones' patience could cost the Cowboys more money, as other high-profile edge rushers are also looking for lucrative extensions. Pittsburgh Steelers star <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/74678" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/74678">T.J. Watt</a> and Cincinnati Bengals defensive end <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/72083" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/72083">Trey Hendrickson</a> skipped minicamp while angling for new deals.Parsons has established himself as one of the NFL's premier defenders, having earned three All-Pro nods (two first-team selections) and a Defensive Rookie of the Year award since being drafted 12th overall in 2021.

CLEVELAND, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 08: Micah Parsons #11 of the Dallas Cowboys celebrates the team's 33-17 win over the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field on September 08, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

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The Cincinnati Bengals and disgruntled defensive end <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/72083" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/72083">Trey Hendrickson</a> have resumed communication about his contract, sources told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, according to <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/45517916/sources-bengals-trey-hendrickson-resume-talks-contract">ESPN's Ben Baby</a>.There's reportedly optimism surrounding Hendrickson's future in Cincinnati.The 30-year-old is entering the final season of his contract. He's been looking for a new deal after leading the NFL with 17.5 sacks in 2024. Hendrickson skipped mandatory minicamp this past week and has repeatedly expressed his frustration with the Bengals amid the contract dispute between the two sides.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Hendrickson said in May that Cincinnati wasn't communicating with him.The Bengals reportedly gave their All-Pro pass-rusher permission to seek a trade in March but were still trying to reach an agreement on a new deal.Hendrickson became a perennial Pro Bowler after joining the Bengals in 2021, and he's recorded at least 14 sacks in three of his four seasons with Cincinnati. The 2017 third-round pick previously played his first four NFL campaigns for the New Orleans Saints.

CINCINNATI, OH - DECEMBER 22: Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) stands on the field during the game against the Cleveland Browns and the Cincinnati Bengals on December 22, 2024, at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati, OH.

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A middleweight fight between Jared Cannonier and Michael "Venom" Page has been added to UFC 319, the promotion announced Friday.The bout is expected to be part of the pay-per-view main card, according to <a href="https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/story/sports/ufc/2025/06/13/ufc-319-jared-cannonier-vs-michael-page-chicago-mma-fight-announcement-matchup/84185725007/">MMA Junkie</a>. The card - which takes place Aug. 16 in Chicago - will be headlined by a middleweight title fight between champion Dricus Du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev.Page is 2-1 since debuting in the UFC in March 2024. The former Bellator star moved from welterweight to middleweight to defeat Sharabutdin Magomedov in his most recent Octagon appearance in February.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Meanwhile, Cannonier snapped a two-fight losing streak by defeating Gregory Rodrigues in February. The former title challenger is 11-8 in the UFC.Cannonier is the seventh-ranked middleweight in the UFC, while Page shows as the promotion's No. 15 welterweight.

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - FEBRUARY 01: Michael Page of England reacts after a victory against Shara Magomedov of Russia in a middleweight fight during the UFC Fight Night event at anb Arena on February 01, 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin believes the team will eventually reach an agreement with star linebacker <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/74678" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/74678">T.J. Watt</a>, who's skipping mandatory minicamp this week while seeking a new contract."I'm optimistic we're going to get things done because we got two sides that want to get things done," Tomlin said Thursday, according to <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/1933236472020144426">NFL Network's Ian Rapoport</a>. "When that's going to occur ... I do not know."Watt, 30, is entering the final season of the four-year, $112-million extension he signed in 2021. However, there has reportedly been no progress in recent negotiations.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Tomlin wouldn't elaborate on whether he expects Watt to report for training camp in July."I'm not going to get into speculation there," the sideline boss added, according to <a href="https://x.com/bepryor/status/1933231632502464697">ESPN's Brooke Pryor</a>.Watt has been one of the NFL's premier defenders since the Steelers selected him in the first round of the 2017 draft. The 2021 Defensive Player of the Year has amassed 108 sacks in 121 appearances while claiming four first-team All-Pro berths. He's led the league in sacks three times.Watt isn't the only high-profile edge rusher looking for a lucrative extension this year. Disgruntled Bengals defensive end <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/72083" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/72083">Trey Hendrickson</a> is also holding out of Cincinnati's minicamp. Dallas Cowboys star <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161667" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161667">Micah Parsons</a> has been on the practice field despite not inking a long-term contract.

INGLEWOOD, CA - OCTOBER 22: Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (90) rushes in the first quarter during an NFL regular season game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Los Angeles Rams on October 22, 2023, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA.

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Mark your calendar, Patriots fans.The New England Patriots will unveil a statue of legendary quarterback Tom Brady outside Gillette Stadium on Aug. 8 prior to their first preseason game against the Washington Commanders, the team announced Thursday.The announcement comes June 12, which the franchise considers "<a href="https://x.com/Patriots/status/1933154823450554749">Tom Brady Day</a>" to honor the number of Super Bowl titles he won with the Pats (six) and his jersey number (12).<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
A legacy etched in bronze forever.<a href="https://twitter.com/TomBrady?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TomBrady</a>’s statue will be unveiled on 8/8 prior to Patriots vs. Commanders. <a href="https://t.co/mRfKkbqC7i">pic.twitter.com/mRfKkbqC7i</a>— New England Patriots (@Patriots) <a href="https://twitter.com/Patriots/status/1933192573121659133?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>New England retired Brady's jersey and inducted him into the team's Hall of Fame in June 2024. Patriots owner Robert Kraft originally announced that the franchise planned to unveil a 12-foot bronze statue of the QB later in 2024. However, the club postponed its plans due to scheduling conflicts with Brady, who became the lead NFL color commentator for Fox last year.Brady built the greatest career in NFL history after the Patriots drafted him 199th in 2000. In addition to winning six rings, the three-time MVP rewrote New England's record books by passing for 74,571 yards and 541 touchdowns in 285 regular-season games.The Patriots and Brady parted ways at the end of the 2019 season. He then posted a three-year stint with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, lifting another Lombardi Trophy before retiring after the 2022 campaign.

Foxborough-06/12/2024 Tom Brady, Former New England Patriots quarterback, stands center stage under looming Super Bowl banners as he receives a standing ovation at the end of his Patriots Hall of Fame induction ceremony. (John Tlumacki/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

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Most deals of the 2025 NFL offseason are in the books, so it's time to look at each team's contract situation to evaluate their most overpaid and underpaid players ahead of the new season.<h3>
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</h3>Jump to: <a href="#ARI">ARI</a> | <a href="#ATL">ATL</a> | <a href="#CAR">CAR</a> | <a href="#CHI">CHI</a> | <a href="#DAL">DAL</a> | <a href="#DET">DET</a> | <a href="#GB">GB</a> | <a href="#LAR">LAR</a> | <a href="#MIN">MIN</a> | <a href="#NO">NO</a> | <a href="#NYG">NYG</a> | <a href="#PHI">PHI</a> | <a href="#SEA">SEA</a> | <a href="#SF">SF</a> | <a href="#TB">TB</a> | <a href="#WAS">WAS</a>(Salary information courtesy of <a href="https://overthecap.com/">Over The Cap</a>)<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><h3><a id="ARI" name="ARI">Arizona Cardinals</a></h3>Overpaid: Josh Sweat AAV: $19.1M (EDGE15) Signed 4-year, $76.4M deal in 2025Sweat was an important member of the Eagles last season, but it feels like the Cardinals got a little too excited about his 2.5-sack Super Bowl performance. Arizona gave big-time money to a 28-year-old pass-rusher who's only had more than eight sacks once (11 in 2022).Underpaid: Michael Wilson AAV: $1.3M (WR136) 4-year rookie deal worth $5.3MArizona has gotten great value from Wilson, who they selected at 94th overall in 2023. He's shown good signs as the team's No. 2 receiver, averaging 43 catches, 557 yards, and four touchdowns per season.<figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/787512/cropped_GettyImages-2189077808.jpg?ts=1748378814" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/787512/w220xh124_GettyImages-2189077808.jpg?ts=1748378814 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/787512/w320xh180_GettyImages-2189077808.jpg?ts=1748378814 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/787512/w640xh360_GettyImages-2189077808.jpg?ts=1748378814 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/787512/w768xh432_GettyImages-2189077808.jpg?ts=1748378814 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/787512/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2189077808.jpg?ts=1748378814 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> Michael Owens / Getty Images Sport / Getty</figcaption></figure><h3><a id="ATL" name="ATL">Atlanta Falcons</a></h3>Overpaid: Kirk Cousins AAV: $45M (QB14) Signed 4-year, $180M deal in 2024The Cousins experiment didn't go as planned for the Falcons, as the veteran quarterback struggled in his first year following an Achilles injury. He's now the team's backup QB and highest-paid player.Underpaid: Bijan Robinson AAV: $5.5M (RB17) 4-year rookie deal worth $21.9MAtlanta got the most out of its former top-10 pick in 2024, as Robinson amassed 1,887 yards and 15 touchdowns from scrimmage during the second year of his rookie contract.<h3><a id="CAR" name="CAR">Carolina Panthers</a></h3>Overpaid: Jaycee Horn AAV: $25M (CB2) Signed 4-year, $100M deal in 2025Horn is Carolina's most talented defensive back, but that doesn't justify making him the NFL's second-highest-paid corner. The 2021 first-round pick has never played a full season and registered only one interception in the past two years while allowing seven touchdowns, according to Football Reference.Underpaid: Michael Jackson AAV: $5.2M (CB41) Signed 2-year, $10.5M deal in 2025After playing on a one-year, $1.2-million contract, Jackson earned a two-year extension this offseason. Still, he's making almost $3 million less than his Over The Cap valuation. The 28-year-old led all Panthers cornerbacks in pass breakups and interceptions last season.<h3><a id="CHI" name="CHI">Chicago Bears</a></h3>Overpaid: Tremaine Edmunds AAV: $18M (LB3) Signed 4-year, $72M deal in 2023Edmunds hasn't played badly, but he isn't one of the NFL's top-five off-ball linebackers. Yet Chicago has almost $20 million per year committed to him.Underpaid: Gervon Dexter AAV: $1.6M (DL86) 4-year rookie deal worth $6.7MA 2023 second-round pick, Dexter had a strong sophomore campaign as a disruptive interior pass-rusher, registering five sacks and 19 QB hits. Chicago has him under his rookie contract for two more years.<h3><a id="DAL" name="DAL">Dallas Cowboys</a></h3>Overpaid: Dak Prescott AAV: $60M (QB1) Signed 4-year, $240M deal in 2024Prescott is the highest-paid player in NFL history. The 31-year-old is an established franchise QB, but his playoff shortcomings with Dallas make it hard to justify such a big deal.Underpaid: Micah Parsons AAV: $4.2M (EDGE82) 4-year rookie deal worth $17M 2025 5th-year option: $24MParsons' services won't come at the same discount in 2025 after the Cowboys exercised his option. The four-time Pro Bowler made an average of $4 million per year over the past four seasons, providing Dallas with absurd value in the form of a top-five NFL defender. However, even the $24 million from Parsons' fifth year doesn't rank in the top seven among edge rushers.<figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/757767/cropped_GettyImages-1779064338.jpg?ts=1732803641" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/757767/w220xh124_GettyImages-1779064338.jpg?ts=1732803641 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/757767/w320xh180_GettyImages-1779064338.jpg?ts=1732803641 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/757767/w640xh360_GettyImages-1779064338.jpg?ts=1732803641 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/757767/w768xh432_GettyImages-1779064338.jpg?ts=1732803641 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/757767/w1080xh607_GettyImages-1779064338.jpg?ts=1732803641 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> Cooper Neill / Getty Images Sport / Getty</figcaption></figure><h3><a id="DET" name="DET">Detroit Lions</a></h3>Overpaid: Jared Goff AAV: $53M (QB7) Signed 4-year, $212M deal in 2024It's OK to overpay an established starting QB, but Goff didn't live up to his massive contract in the playoffs last season. There's a lot of pressure on the veteran passer to deliver when it matters most, and he failed to do so in the first season after signing his extension.Underpaid: Brian Branch AAV: $2M (SAF61) 4-year rookie deal worth $8MMany expected Branch to go in the first round two years ago, but he fell to the Lions at No. 45. Detroit has since gotten great production from a Pro Bowler under a rookie contract. He forms one of football's best safety duos with Kerby Joseph.<h3><a id="GB" name="GB">Green Bay Packers</a></h3>Overpaid: Aaron Banks AAV: $19.2M (G6) Signed 4-year, $77M deal in 2025The Packers needed a new starter and gave Banks a huge deal this offseason. The 27-year-old did post a strong 2024 campaign as a run-blocker on the 49ers, but he ranked only 77th in pass-blocking among guards by PFF. He also missed at least two games in each of the past two seasons, including four last year. Green Bay seemingly didn't take any of that into account.Underpaid: Zach Tom AAV: $1M (RT67) 4-year rookie deal worth $4.1MFew offensive tackles are more reliable than Tom, who hasn't missed a start in two seasons. He gives the Packers excellent value as a 2022 fourth-round pick on a rookie deal. Green Bay pays less than $2 million per year on average for its starting tackles, Tom and Rasheed Walker.<h3><a id="LAR" name="LAR">Los Angeles Rams</a></h3>Overpaid: Tutu Atwell AAV: $10M (WR32) Signed 1-year, $10M deal in 2025Los Angeles is taking a risk with Atwell's fully guaranteed contract. The total amount may not be absurd, but it's more than expected given his production. The former second-round pick, projected to be L.A.'s No. 3 receiver, hasn't caught a touchdown since 2023.Underpaid: Puka Nacua AAV: $1M (WR233) 4-year rookie deal worth $4.1MThe Rams have had more than a few recent draft steals, so they roster multiple starters under rookie deals. That includes Nacua, a fan favorite and already one of football's best receivers. The 2023 fifth-round pick has recorded 184 catches, 2,476 yards, and nine touchdowns in two NFL seasons.<h3><a id="MIN" name="MIN">Minnesota Vikings</a></h3>Overpaid: Will Fries AAV: $17.5M (G10) Signed 5-year, $87.7M deal in 2025Minnesota is gambling with Fries, who inked a huge deal after missing most of last season due to a fractured tibia. He made 33 appearances with Indianapolis from 2022-23 but didn't perform like a top-10 guard, allowing 50 pressures, according to PFF.Underpaid: Jordan Addison AAV: $3.4M (WR65) 4-year rookie deal worth $13.7MAddison ranks fifth with 19 receiving touchdowns over the last two seasons, and he's also in the top 30 for yards. The 2023 first-round pick, who forms a premier duo with Justin Jefferson, remains on his rookie contract.<h3><a id="NO" name="NO">New Orleans Saints</a></h3>Overpaid: Chase Young AAV: $17M (EDGE20) Signed 3-year, $51M deal in 2025Young's average salary doesn't match his production. He had 5.5 sacks in 2024 and hasn't put up more than 7.5 in a season. Although the former Defensive Rookie of the Year recorded the 15th-most pressures in the league last year, that was his first time in the top 20 for that category.<figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771424/cropped_GettyImages-2179436606.jpg?ts=1740034005" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771424/w220xh124_GettyImages-2179436606.jpg?ts=1740034005 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771424/w320xh180_GettyImages-2179436606.jpg?ts=1740034005 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771424/w640xh360_GettyImages-2179436606.jpg?ts=1740034005 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771424/w768xh432_GettyImages-2179436606.jpg?ts=1740034005 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771424/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2179436606.jpg?ts=1740034005 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> Michael Owens / Getty Images Sport / Getty</figcaption></figure>Underpaid: Demario Davis AAV: $8.6M (LB13) Signed 2-year, $17.2M extension in 2024It's rare to list a 36-year-old defender as underpaid, but Davis' consistency, combined with the Saints' several bad contracts, gives him a spot here. The leader of New Orleans' defense has consistently been a top-five off-ball linebacker, while his salary isn't even in the top 10 at the position.<h3><a id="NYG" name="NYG">New York Giants </a></h3>Overpaid: Andrew Thomas AAV: $23.5M (LT5) Signed 5-year, $117.5M deal in 2023When healthy, Thomas is a reliable lineman. However, his availability has been a big issue. Over the last four seasons, the 26-year-old has missed 23 games, 18 of which have come after he signed his huge extension with the Giants.Underpaid: Malik Nabers AAV: $7.3M (WR38) 4-year rookie deal worth $29.2MNabers is a former No. 6 overall pick, so his salary isn't bad at all. Until he breaks the bank with an extension, New York will have a sensational receiver on a discount, though. He caught 109 passes - the second-most ever by a rookie, trailing only fellow freshman Brock Bowers - for 1,204 yards and seven touchdowns in 2024.<h3><a id="PHI" name="PHI">Philadelphia Eagles </a></h3>Overpaid: Jake Elliott AAV: $6M (K2) Signed 4-year, $24M extension in 2024With Bryce Huff traded to San Francisco, the Eagles don't really have a terrible contract on their books. However, Elliott's 2024 regular season was far from what Philly expected after making him one of the NFL's top-paid kickers last year. Elliott converted only 77.8% of his field-goal attempts, the league's seventh-worst mark. He improved in the playoffs but still had his first postseason FG miss as well as three missed extra points.Underpaid: Jalen Carter AAV: $5.4M (DL43) 4-year rookie deal worth $21.8MThe Eagles roster several players on great contracts, but none of them offers a better value than Carter, an All-Pro lineman who's entering the third year of his rookie deal. The 2023 top-10 pick could become the league's highest-paid D-lineman in a couple of years.<h3><a id="SEA" name="SEA">Seattle Seahawks</a></h3>Overpaid: Noah Fant AAV: $10.5M (TE11) Signed 2-year, $21M deal in 2024Multiple Seahawks players are signed to contracts with poor value, but it's hard not to go with Fant here. He's scored one touchdown in his last 31 games, and his 500 receiving yards last year ranked 18th among tight ends.Underpaid: Riq Woolen AAV: $998K (CB212) 4-year rookie deal worth $3.9MJaxon Smith-Njigba would've been an obvious answer here, but the 1,000-yard receiver's average salary ($3.6 million) is significantly higher than Woolen's. They're both under rookie contracts, but Woolen is a former fifth-rounder who's already been to the Pro Bowl and amassed 11 interceptions in three seasons, including an NFL-high six in 2022.<h3><a id="SF" name="SF">San Francisco 49ers </a></h3>Overpaid: Brandon Aiyuk AAV: $30M (WR7) Signed 4-year, $120M deal in 2024Aiyuk inked a massive extension after becoming an All-Pro in 2023, the fourth year of his rookie contract. That remains his only great NFL season, though. A torn ACL ended Aiyuk's 2024 prematurely, but he averaged only 2.4 yards of separation before the injury, according to <a href="https://nextgenstats.nfl.com/stats/receiving#average-separation">Next Gen Stats</a>.Underpaid: Dominick Puni AAV: $1.4M (G66) 4-year rookie deal worth $5.7MPuni exceeded expectations as a rookie right guard, starting every offensive snap for the 49ers en route to finishing the season as a top-10 guard, according to PFF. His impressive workload, combined with his low salary, deservedly resulted in a large payout from the league's <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6197683/2025/03/12/nfl-performance-based-pay-2024-jamien-sherwood/">performance-based pay</a>.<h3><a id="TB" name="TB">Tampa Bay Buccaneers</a></h3>Overpaid: Antoine Winfield Jr. AAV: $21M (SAF2) Signed 4-year, $84M deal in 2024Winfield is a very good player. That's not in question. But his injury history could make his contract situation look bad for Tampa Bay. The former All-Pro defensive back has played a full season just once over the past four years while missing 16 contests during that span.<figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/611834/cropped_GettyImages-1758848524.jpg?ts=1705423079" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/611834/w220xh124_GettyImages-1758848524.jpg?ts=1705423079 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/611834/w320xh180_GettyImages-1758848524.jpg?ts=1705423079 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/611834/w640xh360_GettyImages-1758848524.jpg?ts=1705423079 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/611834/w768xh432_GettyImages-1758848524.jpg?ts=1705423079 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/611834/w1080xh607_GettyImages-1758848524.jpg?ts=1705423079 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> Rich Barnes / Getty Images Sport / Getty</figcaption></figure>Underpaid: Bucky Irving AAV: $1.2M (RB71) 4-year rookie deal worth $4.7MThis pick came down to Irving and corner Zyon McCollum, but the tailback's spectacular 2024 rookie campaign spoke louder. Irving became the first Bucs player to top 1,000 rushing yards since 2012 and finished the year with 1,514 yards and eight touchdowns from scrimmage. What a steal for Tampa Bay.<h3><a id="WAS" name="WAS">Washington Commanders</a></h3>Overpaid: Marshon Lattimore AAV: $19.5M (CB7) Signed 5-year, $97.6M deal in 2021Washington acquired Lattimore and his contract from New Orleans last year, but the early results weren't promising. The former Pro Bowl corner has battled injuries and allowed a 105.4 passer rating in coverage since joining the Commanders.Underpaid: Jayden Daniels AAV: $9.4M (QB27) 4-year rookie deal worth $37.7MThis is an obvious one. Daniels posted arguably the greatest freshman campaign ever in 2024, and Washington will have him under his rookie deal for four more years, assuming the team picks up his fifth-year option.

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Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur is excited about the team's marquee October matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers, who are now quarterbacked by <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/747" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/747">Aaron Rodgers</a>."It will be a great challenge for us," LaFleur said Wednesday, according to <a href="https://x.com/by_JBH/status/1932863740464210147">Jason B. Hirschhorn of The Leap</a>. "We all know what kind of player he is and how good he is. I'm sure he'll be telling everybody all our signals. So, we'll have to maybe play that mind game with him a little bit."Rodgers joined the Steelers last week on a one-year deal. The 41-year-old spent his first 18 NFL seasons with the Packers, winning four MVPs and becoming the franchise's all-time leader with 475 touchdown passes. Green Bay traded him to the New York Jets during the 2023 season, but the passer's stint in N.Y. lasted only two campaigns.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Together, Rodgers and LaFleur posted a 47-18 regular-season record from 2019-22, including three straight 13-win seasons. They also made two trips to the NFC title game in that span but fell short on both occasions.The Packers haven't advanced past the divisional round since Rodgers left, but LaFleur said he doesn't have any doubts about <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/104659" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/104659">Jordan Love</a>'s ability to lead the team."I feel pretty confident that we know what we have in Jordan. We got a lot of confidence in him," LaFleur <a href="https://x.com/by_JBH/status/1932862173665243652">said</a>.The 2025 season will feature more than one notable revenge game for Rodgers, as the Steelers will kick off their campaign against the Jets on Sept. 7.

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - DECEMBER 19: Head coach Matt LaFleur of the Green Bay Packers talks to Aaron Rodgers #12 during the fourth quarter of the game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on December 19, 2021 in Baltimore, Maryland.

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Most deals of the 2025 NFL offseason are in the books, so it's time to look at each team's contract situation to evaluate their most overpaid and underpaid players ahead of the new season. First up is the AFC.<h3>
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</h3>Jump to: <a href="#BAL">BAL</a> | <a href="#BUF">BUF</a> | <a href="#CIN">CIN</a> | <a href="#CLE">CLE</a> | <a href="#DEN">DEN</a> | <a href="#HOU">HOU</a> | <a href="#IND">IND</a> | <a href="#JAX">JAX</a> | <a href="#KC">KC</a> | <a href="#LAC">LAC</a> | <a href="#LV">LV</a> | <a href="#MIA">MIA</a> | <a href="#NE">NE</a> | <a href="#NYJ">NYJ</a> | <a href="#PIT">PIT</a> | <a href="#TEN">TEN</a>(Salary information courtesy of <a href="https://overthecap.com">Over The Cap</a>)<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><h3><a id="BAL" name="BAL">Baltimore Ravens</a></h3>Overpaid: Mark Andrews AAV: $14M (TE5) Signed 4-year, $56M deal in 2021Once a top-three tight end, Andrews has shown signs of decline. The 29-year-old caught a career-high 11 touchdowns in 2024, but he averaged under 40 yards per game and had a costly drop in the playoffs.<figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/766292/cropped_GettyImages-2194251688.jpg?ts=1737341674" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/766292/w220xh124_GettyImages-2194251688.jpg?ts=1737341674 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/766292/w320xh180_GettyImages-2194251688.jpg?ts=1737341674 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/766292/w640xh360_GettyImages-2194251688.jpg?ts=1737341674 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/766292/w768xh432_GettyImages-2194251688.jpg?ts=1737341674 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/766292/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2194251688.jpg?ts=1737341674 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> Kevin Sabitus / Getty Images Sport / Getty</figcaption></figure>Underpaid: Kyle Hamilton AAV: $4M (SAF35) 4-year rookie deal worth $16.2MBaltimore rosters several underpaid starters, but Hamilton stands out most. The 24-year-old has already claimed consecutive All-Pro berths while earning peanuts on his rookie contract.<h3><a id="BUF" name="BUF">Buffalo Bills</a></h3>Overpaid: Greg Rousseau AAV: $20M (EDGE14) Signed 4-year, $80M deal in 2025The edge rusher market is naturally overpriced because of the position's value. Still, the Bills are betting on Rousseau's potential more than rewarding what he's already done. Although he's shown flashes of dominance, the 25-year-old has never posted more than eight sacks in a season.Underpaid: James Cook AAV: $1.5M (RB48) 4-year rookie deal worth $5.8MThere's a reason Cook has been vocal about receiving a lucrative extension. The fourth-year tailback has already rushed for over 1,000 yards twice and led the NFL in rushing TDs last year - all while making less than $2 million per season under his first contract.<h3><a id="CIN" name="CIN">Cincinnati Bengals</a></h3>Overpaid: Tee Higgins AAV: $28.7M (WR9) Signed 4-year, $115M deal in 2025Higgins is an elite No. 2 receiver. He's topped 1,000 yards two times and caught 10 touchdowns last campaign. However, the 26-year-old is making almost $30 million annually, a hefty price for someone who's struggled to stay healthy and averages under 950 receiving yards per season.Underpaid: Trey Hendrickson AAV: $21M (EDGE13) Signed 1-year, $21M extension in 2023There's a reason Hendrickson's contract situation is such a big storyline right now. Cincinnati has been getting elite production at a premier position from a player who doesn't even rank in the top 10 for average annual salary among edge rushers. The 30-year-old leads the NFL with 35 sacks since 2023.<h3><a id="CLE" name="CLE">Cleveland Browns </a></h3>Overpaid: Deshaun Watson AAV: $46M (QB13) Signed 5-year, $230M deal in 2022The Watson trade will likely go down as the worst in NFL history, and the fully guaranteed, $230-million contract Cleveland gave to the quarterback gets worse by the day. The 29-year-old isn't expected to play in 2025 after sustaining a second Achilles injury.Underpaid: Mohamoud Diabate AAV: $906K (LB236) 3-year rookie deal worth $2.7MAn undrafted free agent in 2023, Diabate was a nice surprise for the Browns last year. He stood out as a run defender, recording 70 tackles (five for loss) and three pass breakups while making under $1 million.<h3><a id="DEN" name="DEN">Denver Broncos</a></h3>Overpaid: D.J. Jones AAV: $13M (DL22) Signed 3-year, $39M deal in 2025Jones' big deal came as a surprise this offseason. The ninth-year veteran is still a good player, but he received a significant pay raise despite turning 30 in January and seemingly regressing as a pass-rusher.Underpaid: Bo Nix AAV: $4.6M (QB39) 4-year rookie deal worth $18.6MDenver rosters some defenders with excellent contract value, but it's hard not to go with Nix here. As a rookie, he accounted for 33 touchdowns and led the Broncos to the playoffs despite his salary not ranking in the top 32 for QBs.<figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/764937/cropped_GettyImages-2176512555.jpg?ts=1736700668" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/764937/w220xh124_GettyImages-2176512555.jpg?ts=1736700668 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/764937/w320xh180_GettyImages-2176512555.jpg?ts=1736700668 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/764937/w640xh360_GettyImages-2176512555.jpg?ts=1736700668 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/764937/w768xh432_GettyImages-2176512555.jpg?ts=1736700668 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/764937/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2176512555.jpg?ts=1736700668 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> Icon Sportswire / Icon Sportswire / Getty</figcaption></figure><h3><a id="HOU" name="HOU">Houston Texans</a></h3>Overpaid: Danielle Hunter AAV: $35.6M (EDGE2) Signed 1-year, $35.6M extension in 2025Over The Cap projects Hunter's value to be $18 million per year, but, by recently adding $35.6 million to his contract, he'll earn $55.1 million over the next two seasons (the eighth-highest average salary among edge rushers). He had 12 sacks in his first year with Houston, but that's a lot of money for a veteran who turns 31 in October.Underpaid: C.J. Stroud AAV: $9M (QB29) 4-year rookie deal worth $36.3MAny franchise quarterback on a rookie contract will be vastly underpaid, and that's the case with Stroud. With the 2023 No. 2 pick, Houston has won back-to-back AFC South titles.<h3><a id="IND" name="IND">Indianapolis Colts</a></h3>Overpaid: Jonathan Taylor AAV: $14M (RB4) Signed 3-year, $42M deal in 2023To be fair to Taylor here, the 26-year-old rushed for 1,431 yards and 11 touchdowns last year. However, the former All-Pro fumbled four times and continues to have minimal impact as a pass-catcher and blocker. Plus, he's only played one full season since entering the NFL (2021).Underpaid: Jaylon Jones AAV: $988K (CB256) 4-year rookie deal worth $3.9MJones, who recorded 100 tackles, 12 pass breakups, and two interceptions last season, claimed PFF's 35th-best coverage grade among eligible corners. Not bad for a 2023 seventh-round pick on a rookie deal. For his efforts, he received the second-biggest payout from the NFL performance-based pay distributions, which provide supplemental compensation based on playing time and salary levels.<h3><a id="JAX" name="JAX">Jacksonville Jaguars </a></h3>Overpaid: Trevor Lawrence AAV: $55M (QB2) Signed 5-year, $275M deal in 2024Jacksonville has multiple candidates for this spot, but how can you not go with Lawrence? The 2021 No. 1 pick hasn't come close to the early expectations for him in the NFL, but his deal is tied for the second-highest average salary in league history and includes $142 million fully guaranteed.Underpaid: Brian Thomas Jr. AAV: $3.6M (WR59) 4-year rookie deal worth $14.6MIn one season, Thomas showed that he may already be Jacksonville's best offensive player. The 22-year-old set Jaguars rookie records in 2024 with 87 catches, 10 touchdowns, and 1,282 receiving yards - the third-most in the NFL.<h3><a id="KC" name="KC">Kansas City Chiefs</a></h3>Overpaid: Jawaan Taylor AAV: $20M (RT3) Signed 4-year, $80M deal in 2023It's pretty absurd that the only right tackles with a higher average salary than Taylor are All-Pro linemen Penei Sewell and Lane Johnson. Since the Chiefs signed Taylor to a monster deal, he's allowed 102 pressures and 12 sacks while committing over 30 penalties, according to PFF.Underpaid: Patrick Mahomes AAV: $45M (QB14) Signed 10-year, $450M deal in 2020Remember when the Chiefs signed Mahomes to the richest contract in North American sports history? It's the NFL's best bargain, as the three-time Super Bowl MVP isn't even in the top 10 in average salary among QBs. Kansas City has Mahomes signed through the 2031 season and recently restructured the deal to pay him more in the next couple of years.<h3><a id="LAC" name="LAC">Los Angeles Chargers</a></h3>Overpaid: Derwin James AAV: $19.1M (SAF3) Signed 4-year, $76.5M deal in 2022James has had a top-three average salary among safeties for years. His 2024 season was good (maybe the best since his rookie year), but he's had only two interceptions since '23. Additionally, James has struggled with missed tackles and gained a reputation as a dirty player. He hasn't played a full season since 2018 due to injuries and last year's one-game suspension.<figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/530224/cropped_GettyImages-1353307907.jpg?ts=1662226006" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/530224/w220xh124_GettyImages-1353307907.jpg?ts=1662226006 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/530224/w320xh180_GettyImages-1353307907.jpg?ts=1662226006 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/530224/w640xh360_GettyImages-1353307907.jpg?ts=1662226006 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/530224/w768xh432_GettyImages-1353307907.jpg?ts=1662226006 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/530224/w1080xh607_GettyImages-1353307907.jpg?ts=1662226006 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> Kevork Djansezian / Getty Images Sport / Getty</figcaption></figure>Underpaid: Rashawn Slater AAV: $4.1M (LT21) 4-year rookie deal worth $16.6M 2025 5th-year option: $19MSlater is entering his fifth year, which is worth significantly more than the previous seasons on his rookie deal. That said, his average salary of just over $4 million has given Los Angeles great value for a Pro Bowler whose market value is projected to be north of $20 million.<h3><a id="LV" name="LV">Las Vegas Raiders</a></h3>Overpaid: Christian Wilkins AAV: $27.5M (DL2) Signed 4-year, $110M deal in 2024A year ago, the Raiders made a huge commitment to Wilkins, an underrated lineman who elevated his pass-rushing ability in 2023. But he's never been a Pro Bowler. A foot injury limited the 29-year-old's first season in Las Vegas to five games, and the latest on his rehab <a href="https://x.com/VinnyBonsignore/status/1925366480394158163">isn't encouraging</a>.Underpaid: Brock Bowers AAV: $4.5M (TE31) 4-year rookie deal worth $18MAs a rookie, Bowers showed he might become the sport's highest-paid tight end in a couple of years. Until then, the Raiders can enjoy paying less than $5 million per year for a top-three TE.<h3><a id="MIA" name="MIA">Miami Dolphins</a></h3>Overpaid: Tua Tagovailoa AAV: $53.1M (QB6) Signed 4-year, $212.4M deal in 2024Tagovailoa has been good, not great, and that's not enough for a QB signed to one of the biggest contracts ever. The 27-year-old's accuracy makes him the right guy for Miami's system, but availability has been a major concern for him.Underpaid: De'Von Achane AAV: $1.3M (RB53) 4-year rookie deal worth $5.4MOne of the NFL's fastest players, Achane has become a key member of the Dolphins' offense since being drafted in Round 3 in 2023. The third-year tailback recorded 2,496 yards and 23 touchdowns from scrimmage across his first two seasons.<h3><a id="NE" name="NE">New England Patriots</a></h3>Overpaid: Milton Williams AAV: $26M (DL3) Signed 4-year, $104M deal in 2025Williams just had a career year and was a monster in the Super Bowl. But he now has the highest average annual salary in Patriots history despite never claiming a Pro Bowl nod. That's a lot of money for an interior lineman who played less than 50% of the defensive snaps with the Eagles.Underpaid: Christian Gonzalez AAV: $3.7M (CB44) 4-year rookie deal worth $15.1MAfter missing most of his rookie season due to injury, Gonzalez enjoyed an excellent 2024 campaign en route to a second-team All-Pro berth. The former top-20 pick is already one of the NFL's best corners.<h3><a id="NYJ" name="NYJ">New York Jets </a></h3>Overpaid: Brandon Stephens AAV: $12M (CB23) Signed 3-year, $36M deal in 2025This contract doesn't look good for the Jets ahead of the new season. Last year, Stephens - New York's third-highest-paid defender - didn't register an interception, allowed a 100-plus passer rating in coverage, and finished as PFF's 99th-ranked corner.Underpaid: Garrett Wilson AAV: $5.1M (WR48) 4-year rookie deal worth $20.5MWhile Jets fans have long been accustomed to disappointing QB play, Wilson's ability to reach 1,000 yards despite the team's struggles under center has become another constant. The 24-year-old, who just set career highs with 101 catches and seven touchdowns, remains on his rookie contract but is one of the sport's best young pass-catchers.<figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/752900/cropped_GettyImages-2181488033.jpg?ts=1730433549" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/752900/w220xh124_GettyImages-2181488033.jpg?ts=1730433549 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/752900/w320xh180_GettyImages-2181488033.jpg?ts=1730433549 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/752900/w640xh360_GettyImages-2181488033.jpg?ts=1730433549 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/752900/w768xh432_GettyImages-2181488033.jpg?ts=1730433549 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/752900/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2181488033.jpg?ts=1730433549 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> Kevin Sabitus / Getty Images Sport / Getty</figcaption></figure><h3><a id="PIT" name="PIT">Pittsburgh Steelers</a></h3>Overpaid: DK Metcalf AAV: $33M (WR4) Signed 4-year, $132M extension in 2025The Steelers wanted a new WR1 this offseason and handed Metcalf the largest contract in franchise history after making a blockbuster trade for him. The 27-year-old has three 1,000-yard seasons under his belt, but he isn't a top-five receiver in the NFL. Heck, he might not even be in the top 10.Underpaid: Aaron Rodgers AAV: $13.6M (QB22) Signed 1-year, $13.6M deal in 2025Rodgers' contract with Pittsburgh made him the second-lowest-paid starting QB on a non-rookie deal. The likes of Justin Fields ($20 million) and Daniel Jones ($14 million) - who also signed with new teams this year - all have higher base salaries than Rodgers. Granted, the 41-year-old hasn't performed at an elite level for three seasons. But $13 million for a four-time MVP who just ranked in the top 10 for passing yards and touchdowns a year after an Achilles injury is a great deal. His contract can reportedly be worth up to $19.5 million with incentives.<h3><a id="TEN" name="TEN">Tennessee Titans</a></h3>Overpaid: Dan Moore Jr. AAV: $20.5M (LT7) Signed 4-year, $82M deal in 2025Moore's signing was one of free agency's most stunning contracts. The Titans are taking a massive gamble, as Moore allowed 12 sacks last year - his worst single-season mark. The former Steeler also gave up 97 pressures over the past two campaigns, according to PFF.Underpaid: T'Vondre Sweat AAV: $2.4M (DL71) 4-year rookie deal worth $9.5MIn the first year of his rookie deal, Sweat showed he can be a franchise cornerstone for the Titans, who drafted him in the second round. The 23-year-old was PFF's 10th-best interior lineman against the run.

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UFC flyweight Manel Kape won't face Brandon Royval at UFC 317 due to a foot injury, he announced Monday."I suffered a foot fracture during training and, after medical evaluation, I was instructed to have surgery and focus 100% on recovery," Kape <a href="https://x.com/ManelKape/status/1932172341410467943">wrote</a> on social media Monday."It's not easy to stay out of something I've been preparing for with so much dedication, and without a doubt this would be the most advantageous fight of my career."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Joshua Van - who fought this past weekend at UFC 316 - will step in and fight Royval in the June 28 event in Las Vegas, according to <a href="https://www.mmafighting.com/2025/6/9/24446192/manel-kape-out-joshua-van-expected-to-face-brandon-royval-at-ufc-317">Damon Martin of MMA Fighting</a>. Van defeated Bruno Silva by TKO on Saturday to improve to 7-1 in the UFC. The 23-year-old has won his last four Octagon appearances.Royval shared an <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DKsMwUAvFid/?hl=en">Instagram video</a> confirming that he'll fight Van next."Manel Kape is out, Joshua Van is stepping in," Royval said. "I have zero idea of the extent of Manel Kape's injuries, but I do know I have the hottest prospect and probably the most exciting UFC flyweight in front of me. Really nothing changes for me as far as what's in front of me. I've got a gangster that's ready to take my head off and earn his name off of me."Royval, a former UFC title challenger, has won two in a row since losing to Alexandre Pantoja in 2023. The 32-year-old most recently defeated Tatsuro Taira in October via split decision.UFC 317 will be headlined by a pair of title bouts. Ilia Topuria is moving up to face Charles Oliveira for the lightweight title while flyweight champion Pantoja will defend his belt versus Kai Kara-France.

NEWARK, NEW JERSEY - JUNE 07: (L-R) Joshua Van of Myanmar punches Bruno Silva of Brazil in a flyweight bout during the UFC 316 event at Prudential Center on June 07, 2025 in Newark, New Jersey.

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HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 27: Anthony Richardson #5 of the Indianapolis Colts reacts after being sacked during the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium on October 27, 2024 in Houston, Texas.

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Washington Commanders receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/87889" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/87889">Terry McLaurin</a> has informed the team that he's frustrated with the lack of progress on a contract extension, sources told <a href="https://x.com/Schultz_Report/status/1930655898872971685">Fox Sports' Jordan Schultz</a>.McLaurin is entering the final year of his contract with the Commanders, but the two sides have had minimal talks regarding a new deal, Schultz adds.It's unclear if he'll report for mandatory minicamp from June 10-12. McLaurin hasn't participated in Phase 3 of Commanders OTAs this week after initially attending the team's voluntary workouts.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 29-year-old previously signed a three-year, $68-million extension in 2022. He ranks 16th among wide receivers with a $22.78-million average annual salary, according to <a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nfl/rankings/player/_/year/2025/position/wr/sort/contract_average">Spotrac</a>. His market value is projected to be $31.1 million per year after he posted his best NFL season in 2024.McLaurin caught 82 passes for 1,096 yards and a career-high 13 touchdowns last year en route to earning a second-team All-Pro berth. The two-time Pro Bowler, who hasn't missed a game since 2020, has topped 1,000 yards in each of the past five seasons.The 2019 third-round pick is a cornerstone of Washington's explosive offense, led by quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199756" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199756">Jayden Daniels</a>. The Commanders acquired multiple new starters this offseason, including wideout <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/87611" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/87611">Deebo Samuel</a>.

LANDOVER, MARYLAND - DECEMBER 22: Terry McLaurin #17 of the Washington Commanders celebrates after a touchdown reception against the Philadelphia Eagles during the second quarter at Northwest Stadium on December 22, 2024 in Landover, Maryland.

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DENVER, COLORADO - OCTOBER 13: J.K. Dobbins # of the Los Angeles Chargers carries the ball against the Denver Broncos in the first quarter at Empower Field At Mile High on October 13, 2024 in Denver, Colorado.

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ATLANTA, GA DECEMBER 01: Atlanta tight end Kyle Pitts (8) reacts during pre-game introductions prior to the start of the NFL game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Atlanta Falcons on December 1st, 2024 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA.

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HOUSTON, TEXAS - DECEMBER 25: Quarterback C.J. Stroud #7 of the Houston Texans stands on the field with head coach DeMeco Ryans prior to an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, at NRG Stadium on December 25, 2024 in Houston, Texas.

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