Eagles Sign Jason Peters To One-Year Extension
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Jason Peters got what he wanted.
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Peters, 35, said on Tuesday that he wanted more guaranteed money so he can "retire an Eagle." One day later, the Eagles have announced a one-year extension for Peters that will keep him in Philly through the 2019 season.
#Eagles have signed T Jason Peters to a one-year extension that will keep him in Philadelphia through the 2019 season. #FlyEaglesFly pic.twitter.com/BMetLc8yhS
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) June 14, 2017
Peters was set to make $10.45 million in 2017 and $10 million in 2018, but nearly none of that money is guaranteed. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Peters is now under contract for the next three seasons for $32.5 million, including $15.5 million guaranteed.
Eagles now have three years with OT Jason Peters for $32.5 million, including $15.5 million gtd, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) June 14, 2017
Howie Roseman released a statement saying, "Jason is a future Hall Of Famer."
The future Hall-of-Famer isn't going anywhere.
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) June 14, 2017
Much more on what this new deal means for Peters and the #Eagles: https://t.co/vdySFIjelI pic.twitter.com/qV6Ju3lbse
The Bodyguard will be staying in Philly through 2019. #FlyEaglesFly pic.twitter.com/NECZxxiMkh
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) June 14, 2017
Peters had another successful season in 2016 starting all 16 games, reaching his ninth Pro Bowl.
Head coach Doug Pederson says moving Peters from left tackle to guard "could be a possibility down the road."
Doug Pederson congratulates Jason Peters on his extension, says "guard could be a possibility down the road." #Eagles
— SPORTSRADIO 94WIP (@SportsRadioWIP) June 14, 2017
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