Philadelphia Eagles fans question deal due to text front office made to offer their No. 2 wide receiver a $75 million extension. The Eagles announced the deal before the start of their offseason workout program on Monday.
According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Smith signed a three-year, $75 extension that includes $51 million guaranteed.
Smith expected. to make as much money each year as his teammate, A.J. Brown, who is playing under a four-year, $100 million contract. Smith’s new contract appears to keep his future with the team intact as the Eagles consider what to do with the talented but dramatic Brown.
Eagles fans were polarized by the deal . Some people are excited about Smith coming to Philadelphia over the next few seasons. Others believe the Eagles overpaid the 25-year-old.