Amon-Ra St. Brown, a wide receiver for the Detroit Lions, has swiftly established himself as one of the best players in the NFL at his position, surpassing expectations even since joining the team. He is now a key member of the Lions’ offense due to his commitment and output, and as he approaches the last year of his rookie contract, there is a lot of conjecture about his future and possible contract extension.
Recently, Justin Rogers of the Detroit News shared his thoughts on what St. Brown’s contract extension might include. He predicted a sizable pay increase that would be commensurate with the wide receiver’s contribution to the team. In an agreement that would place St. Brown among the highest-paid receivers in the NFL and recognize his enormous value to the Lions, Rogers makes a suggestion.
For St. Brown’s extension, Rogers suggests a rounded estimate of $78 million spread over three seasons. With an average annual value (AAV) of $26 million, St. Brown is ranked fourth for his position in terms of salary, only behind players like Tyreek Hill, Cooper Kupp, and Davante Adams. In addition to recognizing St. Brown’s outstanding play, such a deal would solidify his position as a key member of the Lions attack.
The anticipated contract specifications consist of:
2024 salary breakdown: $3 million basic pay, $6 million signing bonus, and a $9 million cap hit.
2025: A $20 million cap hit from a fully guaranteed $14 million base salary plus the $6 million signing bonus.
2026: A base salary of $18 million, with a $6 million signing bonus and a $7 million injury guarantee, for a $24 million cap hit.
2027: A base salary of $22 million, a $6 million signing bonus, and a $5 million injury guarantee, totaling a $28 million cap hit.
