Will Anderson Jr. inks $150 million contract extension with Texans: What to know
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Will Anderson Jr. has agreed to a three-year, $150 million contract extension with the Houston Texans, making him the highest-paid edge rusher in the NFL. The deal will take effect after the 2027 season, with Anderson earning $50 million annually.
The Houston Texans have agreed to a three-year, $150 million contract extension with star edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. The deal, worth $50 million annually, makes Anderson the highest-paid edge rusher in the NFL. Anderson was drafted third overall by the Texans in the 2023 NFL Draft and has already made a significant impact, earning Defensive Rookie of the Year and two Pro Bowl selections. He has 30 sacks, 136 total tackles, and four forced fumbles in 46 games, and has performed even better in the playoffs with eight sacks and three forced fumbles in six games. The contract extension will take effect after the 2027 season, as Anderson will play the 2026 season on his rookie deal and the 2027 season on the fifth-year option. The deal includes $134 million in guaranteed money, securing Anderson's future with the Texans.
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