New Orleans Saints and WR Michael Thomas agree to terms on a record-breaking contract
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - JANUARY 13: Michael Thomas #13 of the New Orleans Saints signals a first down during the NFC Divisional Playoff at the Mercedes Benz Superdome on January 13, 2019 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
Michael Thomas Gets Record-Breaking Contract Extension
Michael Thomas’ training camp holdout didn’t last long. The Saints wideout has reportedly agreed to a record-breaking contract extension worth $100 million.
The five-year deal not only makes Thomas the highest-paid receiver in football, but the $61 million in guaranteed money is the most ever for any non-quarterback offensive player.
Last season, Thomas posted an NFL-leading 125 catches along with 1,405 yards and nine touchdowns.
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