Contract details for Hunter Henry extension with Patriots
The Patriots and Henry recently reached an agreement on a two-year extension.
Foxborough, Massachusetts - In a move that drew attention away from Christian Gonzalez, the New England Patriots quietly extended the contract of tight end Hunter Henry last week. The deal, reported by salary cap expert Miguel Benzan, adds just one season to Henry's current arrangement. Here are the key details:
Hunter Henry's base salary for the 2026 season rises to a fully guaranteed $7.15 million, up from an uncertain amount. His 2027 salary, previously reported as $3.15 million, remains guaranteed at $5.9 million.
The extension also prorates the $4.2 million signing bonus from his original deal, increasing his 2026 cap hit by $1.85 million. The Patriots have secured $14.5 million in new guarantees.
For the 2026 season, when Henry is 31, the base salary is $7.15 million, with a $2.5 million signing bonus and a $1.4 million signing bonus in 2026. There's a $1 million roster bonus and $350,000 workout bonus.
In 2027, his base salary is $3.15 million, with a $1.4 million signing bonus, $1 million roster bonus, and $350,000 workout bonus. The salary cap hit is $5.9 million.
In 2028, Henry's base salary increases to $5.95 million, with a $1.4 million signing bonus, $1 million roster bonus, and $350,000 workout bonus. The salary cap hit is $8.7 million.
The Patriots have secured Henry through the 2028 season, granting them significant contractual control and flexibility. The deal boosts Henry's total guaranteed compensation by $14.5 million. For the Patriots, this is a strategic move to maintain control over a key player while retaining financial flexibility.
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