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Former Alabama receiver John Metchie signs rookie contract for Texans

John Metchie has agreed to terms with the Houston Texans on his rookie contract.

He got selected in the second round (No. 44 overall) in the NFL Draft. Aaron Wilson, who covers the NFL for Pro Football Network, reported the news on Friday. Metchie has a four-year deal worth $8.07 million that includes a $3.049 million signing bonus. The native Canadian led Alabama football in receptions (96) in 2021 and totaled 1,142 yards and eight touchdowns.

Texans second round wide receiver John Metchie III has agreed to terms on his four year rookie deal per a league source @PFN365

— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) May 14, 2022

Metchie earned second-team All-SEC honors for his efforts and helped the Crimson Tide to an SEC Championship.