Vikings Sign CB Xavier Rhodes To Massive Long-Term Extension

The Minnesota Vikings have signed cornerback Xavier Rhodes to a massive six-year extension worth over $78 million, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Vikings CB Xavier Rhodes signed a 6-year, $78.126 million extension, including $41M gtd, tying him to Minnesota through 2022, per source.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) July 30, 2017

Xavier Rhodes' 6-year deal includes over $42M in first 3 years. Makes him third highest paid CB (APY) behind Trumaine Johnson, Josh Norman.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) July 30, 2017

Rhodes seemingly confirmed the news himself on Twitter.

The bank account done caught the Holy Ghost!!!!

— Xavier Rhodes (@XavierRhodes29_) July 30, 2017

Rhodes was entering the final year of his rookie deal and will make just over $8 million this season. The extension, with $41 million of guaranteed money, will keep him in Minnesota through the 2022 season.

The 27-year-old recorded 52 tackles with five interceptions and 11 pass breakups in 14 games last season.

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