In 2024, the New England Patriots extended a four-year contract to young defensive tackle Christian Barmore, who had just been drafted in the NFL. The extension could be worth up to $92 million, with $41.8 million guaranteed. This was a significant raise for the 24-year-old, who saw significant growth on the field during his rookie season.
Barmore recorded more sacks, tackles, tackles for a loss, and QB hits than in previous years. This impressive performance caught the attention of the team and led to his extension. If he reaches the full value of the deal, he could earn an average of $23 million per year. Even if he only receives the guaranteed amount of $41.8 million, that still amounts to over $10 million annually.
The Patriots’ success in extending players like Barmore is crucial as they enter a new era under Jerod Mayo’s leadership. In 2024, they had a successful draft highlighted by QB Drake Maye as their No. 3 pick. The draft class received an A-minus grade from Yahoo Sports’ Charles McDonald, indicating a promising future for the team.
Barmore’s extension marks another important step forward for the Patriots as they look to build upon their success under Mayo’s guidance and continue their legacy as one of the most dominant teams in NFL history.