Former Alabama standout wide receiver was selected No. 15 overall in the 2020 NFL draft by the Denver Broncos. Though he was a star at the collegiate level, the former Biletnikoff Award recipient had been relatively quiet in his first four seasons.
His lackluster numbers could be credited to inconsistent quarterback play. However, many still believe the young receiver has what it takes to be an elite pass-catcher in the league.
The Cleveland Browns front office is a believer. Roughly a week ago, the Browns sent a 2024 fifth and six-round picks to the Broncos to acquire Jeudy. Now, Cleveland has him under contract for the next three years thanks to an agreed-to contract extension.
The extension, reported by NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, is for three years and is worth up to $58 million with $41 million being fully guaranteed.
Jeudy has yet to eclipse 1,000 yards in a single season, but came close in 2022. In that season, he reeled in 67 receptions for 972 yards and a career-high six touchdowns.
Now, he gets paired with quarterback Deshaun Watson, who Cleveland traded for ahead of the 2023 season, but had been sidelined for most of the season with an injury. The goal is to have Jeudy, and fellow former Alabama wide receiver Amari Cooper, be a dangerous duo while catching passes from Watson.
The #Browns and WR @jerryjeudy have agreed to a three-year contract extension worth up to $58 million, including $41 million fully guaranteed at signing, per me and @TomPelissero.
The deal was negotiated by @equitysports CEO @chriscabott. pic.twitter.com/ozzyd4Qps8
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 19, 2024
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