BREAKING: Russell Wilson Agrees To New Contract With The Seahawks
The Seattle Seahawks and quarterback Russell Wilson have reached a deal at the last minute, Wilson confirmed on Twitter early Friday morning:
Blessed to be w/ this organization for 4 more years! Can't wait to get on field w/ the fellas! @Seahawks #ChampionshipMindset #GoHawks
— Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) July 31, 2015
According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Wilson’s contract is worth $87.6 million over the four years, $60 million of which is guaranteed.
The deal will pay him $21.9 million per year, making him the second highest-paid player in the NFL. Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers makes $22 million per year.
Reports earlier in the offseason said Wilson was looking for a $25 million a year deal, while the Seahawks wanted to pay him more in the range of $18-$19 million a year.
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