In a shocking and historic move that has sent tremors across the NFL landscape, the Philadelphia Eagles have officially re-signed former star edge rusher Haason Reddick to a jaw-dropping five-year, $380 million contract.
The blockbuster deal marks the largest financial commitment ever made to a defensive player in NFL history—and positions Reddick not only as the highest-paid defender, but as one of the highest-paid players in the league, regardless of position.
The move signals a full-circle homecoming for Reddick, who previously spent two dominant seasons with the Eagles from 2022 to 2023 before being traded to the New York Jets and later signing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2025. His return to Philadelphia—coupled with the record-breaking nature of the contract—marks a monumental moment for both the franchise and the NFL at large.
A Historic Contract
The reported terms of Reddick’s new deal—five years, $380 million—average out to an eye-popping $76 million per season. According to league sources, $290 million of the contract is fully guaranteed, with performance bonuses and incentives potentially pushing the total value even higher.
The Eagles’ front office, led by general manager Howie Roseman, wasted no time in celebrating the reunion.
We’re bringing home one of the most dominant defensive forces this franchise has ever seen,” Roseman said in a team-issued statement. “Haason Reddick embodies the grit, leadership, and explosiveness we strive for. This deal reflects what he means to the city of Philadelphia and what we believe he can accomplish in the years ahead.”
Full-Circle
Roddick, 29, was originally signed by the Eagles in 2022 and immediately became a centerpiece of the defense. During his first season in midnight green, he notched 16 sacks and was a terror for opposing quarterbacks throughout the Eagles’ Super Bowl run that year. He followed up with another strong campaign in 2023 before contract disputes led to a trade to the Jets in early 2024.
After an underwhelming and tension-filled season in New York, Reddick found short-term relief with the Buccaneers on a one-year, $14 million deal. But the Eagles never ruled out a reunion.
“Leaving Philly was never about desire,” Reddick said at a press conference following the announcement. “This city raised me. This team helped me become who I am. I always said if the opportunity came to return home, I’d take it. And now, we’re about to make history together.”
League-Wide Reaction
The NFL world is stunned by the magnitude of the contract. While top-tier quarterbacks have commanded deals in the $250–$300 million range in recent years, a defensive player eclipsing the $350 million mark is unprecedented.
“This is a game-changer,” said ESPN analyst Ryan Clark. “It shifts the market for elite pass rushers. Haason Reddick just reset the value of defense in the NFL.”
