GettySeattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson had previously set an April 15 deadline to sign a contract extension with the team. ESPN’s Adam Schefter noted that Wilson got $140 million over four seasons with a whopping $65 million signing bonus. GettyWilson’s average of $35 million bests the four-year, $134 million deal Aaron Rodgers signed with the Green Bay Packers last August. Prior to adding four years on to his deal, Wilson was set to become a free agent next march. The five-time Pro Bowler has led Seattle to six playoff appearances, two Super Bowls appearances and a Lombardi Trophy in his seven NFL seasons.

Source: Forbes April 16, 2019 08:48 UTC