Philadelphia, PA – March 04, 2025 – Riding the high of their Super Bowl LIX triumph, the Philadelphia Eagles have secured one of their brightest young stars, announcing a 5-year, $49 million contract extension for defensive tackle Jalen Carter today. The deal, which includes $31 million in guaranteed money, locks in the rising defensive standout through the 2029 season.
Drafted ninth overall in the 2023 NFL Draft, Carter has rapidly become a force on Philadelphia’s defensive line. In his sophomore season of 2024, the 23-year-old Georgia alum posted an impressive 9 sacks, 16 tackles for loss, and a league-leading 20 quarterback pressures in the postseason, playing a key role in the Eagles’ championship victory. His explosive playmaking has earned him recognition as one of the NFL’s top young defenders and a cornerstone of the Eagles’ future.
The extension, crafted by General Manager Howie Roseman, underscores Philadelphia’s commitment to retaining homegrown talent at a team-friendly rate. With an average annual value of $9.8 million, Carter’s deal is a bargain compared to other top defensive tackles, allowing the Eagles to maintain flexibility while building around stars like Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley, and A.J. Brown. The contract’s structure is also expected to ease Carter’s cap hit in 2025, giving Roseman additional room to bolster the roster in free agency.
Teammates have lauded Carter’s impact. “He’s a game-changer,” quarterback Jalen Hurts said after the signing. “Keeping him here is a no-brainer.” Carter’s standout postseason—highlighted by a sack in the NFC Championship and a forced fumble in Super Bowl LIX—cemented his value to a defense that dominated opponents en route to the title.
Pairing Carter with talents like Jordan Davis and a transitioning post-Fletcher Cox lineup, the Eagles are poised to keep their defensive front among the league’s best. While the $49 million deal reflects a conservative approach compared to market rates for elite defensive tackles, it positions Carter for a massive payday down the line if he continues his upward trajectory.
This move signals Philadelphia’s intent to sustain their championship window without breaking the bank. Full details of the contract are still forthcoming, but for now, Eagles fans can celebrate knowing Jalen Carter remains a fixture in the City of Brotherly Love.
