Jason Peters traded

[JudynTX]

Peters hits $60 million jackpot in Philly

April 17, 2009 11:32 PM

Posted by ESPN.com's Tim Graham

Pro Bowl left tackle Jason Peters and the Philadelphia Eagles have agreed to terms on a new contract that will give him $53 million in new money over an additional four years, ESPN's John Clayton and Len Pasquarelli report.

That makes Peters the highest-paid offensive lineman in NFL history, surpassing the deal the Miami Dolphins awarded No. 1 draft choice Jake Long one year ago.

"Jason Peters is the best left tackle in football," Eagles coach Andy Reid said. "He is a powerful and athletic tackle, and I have admired this player over the last few years on film."


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I hope the Eagles know what they are doing. I have a feeling we aren't going to draft anyone worth while this year who can help the team RIGHT NOW. sigh

[Biggems]

I'm happy.

In addition to holding out and hurting the team last year, he just wasn't very good during the season. He's a selfish player who overvalues himself, but as usual, there's someone out there willing to bite. Good for the Eagles if he plays well again next year, but making him the highest paid LT is not smart.

I just hope the Bills use the draft pick wisely.

maybe they can draft JP Losman pt 2

[Borosai]

maybe they can draft JP Losman pt 2

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[IronMexican]

maybe they can draft JP Losman pt 2

That really didn't make sense to me. Why are they going to draft another QB when they have Trent Edwards?

[monosylab1k]

That really didn't make sense to me. Why are they going to draft another QB when they have Trent Edwards?

Makes no sense if they're completely sold on Trent and his half of a good season.

[gaKNOW!blee]

Edwards will be better this year. Whoever plays LT probably wont give up 11.5 sacks in just 13 starts, and he actually has another receiver capable of making plays.

[IronMexican]

The Bills will be a much better squad this year. And like gaknowblee said, they can get a real LT now. Maybe they could trade up for Eugene Monroe?