The New England Patriots were more selective with re-signing their own players in this year’s free agency compared to 2024. They did, however, make sure to keep one of their most productive offensive pieces from last season in the fold.
Tight end Austin Hooper, who is coming off a 45-catch, 476-yard, 3-touchdown campaign, returned to the team via a one-year, $5 million contract. The deal is a clear increase from last year’s pact — one year, $3 million — and there is potential for an even bigger pay bump.
A look at Hooper’s contract incentives, as first reported by salary cap expert Miguel Benzan, illustrates this.