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Trey McBride Signs Record $76 Million Extension with Cardinals

The Arizona tight end becomes the highest-paid player at his position after a breakout 2024 season and a four-year contract extension.

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Dec 1, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride (85) gets yards after the catch against the Minnesota Vikings during the fourth quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images/File Photo
Tight end Trey McBride #85 of the Arizona Cardinals gains extra yards after the catch in the second half of the San Francisco 49ers versus the Arizona Cardinals NFL football game at State Farm Stadium on January 5, 2025.

Overview

  • Trey McBride's new four-year, $76 million deal includes $43 million guaranteed, making him the highest-paid tight end in NFL history.
  • The extension surpasses Travis Kelce's previous record for average annual value, with McBride earning $19 million per year.
  • McBride cemented his status as a top offensive weapon with a career-best 2024 season, tallying 111 receptions, 1,146 yards, and a Pro Bowl appearance.
  • The Cardinals view McBride as a key piece of their offensive core alongside quarterback Kyler Murray and wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr.
  • McBride's deal sets a new benchmark for tight end contracts, potentially influencing future negotiations for emerging stars at the position.