Nick Piccone
The Eagles’ first-round selection of the 2017 NFL Draft officially agreed to his contract today. After, you know, what felt like forever.
Or … maybe not.
Defensive end Derek Barnett and the Eagles agreed to terms on his four-year rookie deal. But has he signed it yet? Hmmm…
#Eagles and first-round pick Derek Barnett agree to terms on a four-year contract. #FlyEaglesFly pic.twitter.com/jPhycrfbpz
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) June 1, 2017
According to Bleeding Green Nation, Barnett’s deal is projected to be worth $12.8 million through the four-year rookie duration, including a $7.5 million signing bonus.
The Eagles have a fifth-year option they could exercise, should they choose to do so, on Barnett’s contract. Barnett will likely challenge for a starting spot in the defensive rotation, and although it’s really, really, really early, I think he’ll earn one.
Because why the hell not?
Methinks we’ll be seeing an Instagram post with Barnett officially signing his contract some time this weekend. Or tonight.
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