Rams, Myles Garrett execute a new contract
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Key Points:
- The Los Angeles Rams and defensive end Myles Garrett have agreed on a new five-year contract extension covering 2026 through 2030, with options extending through 2038 likely for salary cap purposes.
- Garrett's new deal includes a $35.7 million signing bonus and a minimum salary of $1.3 million for 2026, pushing his minimum compensation for that year to $37 million, which is $5.5 million more than his previous contract.
- The average annual value (APY) of the new contract remains unclear, especially in comparison to the recent $50 million per year benchmark for top non-quarterback players.
- While the total guarantees in the new deal appear to have been reduced or possibly eliminated, the Rams are unlikely to release Garrett soon due to the high cost of acquiring him, including multiple draft picks.
- Further details and a comprehensive financial breakdown of the contract are pending as more information becomes available.