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Quarterback Tannehill signs rich extension with Dolphins

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Ryan Tannehill (17) in action at Gillette Stadium. Dec 14, 2014; Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

(Reuters) - The Miami Dolphins have signed quarterback Ryan Tannehill to a contract extension through the 2020 season, the National Football League team said on Monday.

Terms were not released but the Miami Herald reported the six-year deal worth $96 million with $45 million guaranteed.

Tannehill, 26, the eighth pick in the 2012 draft, has started all 48 games in his three seasons with the Dolphins and his numbers have improved each season.

He has completed 1,029 passes for 11,252 yards, 63 touchdowns and 42 interceptions, and rushed for 760 yards and four touchdowns.