Chicago Bears right tackle Darnell Wright lands 4-year, $116 million contract, AP source says
CHICAGO (AP) — Standout right tackle Darnell Wright has agreed to lucrative contract extension with the Chicago Bears. The Bears announced the deal Tuesday by saying “The Wright Tackle is here to…
The Chicago Bears have secured right tackle Darnell Wright with a four-year, $116 million contract extension, according to a source familiar with the agreement. The deal, announced by the Bears, is headed by the tagline "The Wright Tackle is here to stay." The contract includes $93 million in guaranteed money, marking it as the largest ever for a right tackle and the highest guaranteed amount for an offensive lineman in NFL history, as reported by ESPN.
Wright, the 10th overall pick in the 2023 draft from Tennessee, played a crucial role in the Bears' offensive line, contributing to their third-place ranking in the NFL in rushing and their NFC North championship. Wright, who earned second-team All-Pro honors, expressed his confidence in his continued tenure with the team, stating, "Obviously, I know I’ll be here for a long time, hopefully my whole career."
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