Raiders news: Tight end gets paid
Michael Mayer gets contract extension
Las Vegas Raiders have secured the future of their starting tight end, Michael Mayer, with a three-year contract extension worth $45 million, including $30 million in guaranteed money, according to NFL Media. The deal was announced on Saturday morning and marks the Raiders' commitment to the tight end position, with Brock Bowers and Mayer expected to form the core of Klint Kubiak's offense in the near future.
Mayer, a second-round pick in 2023, is currently earning the fourth highest annual percentage among tight ends in the NFL. As Bowers remains sidelined due to a knee injury, Mayer will take on the role of starting tight end for the Raiders. Despite inconsistent performance in the past, the team believes Mayer will improve under Kubiak's guidance.
The Raiders, who did not anticipate many key players to be on their 2027 free agent roster, now have Mayer secured, potentially opening the possibility of extending their top wide receiver, Tre Tucker.
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