Joel Corry· Oct 28, 2026
Corry argues Sam LaPorta's camp is aiming to reset the tight end market, sketching a deal around $21.5 million per year — roughly a 12.5% jump over George Kittle's current benchmark — along with new guarantee benchmarks. He also expects Brock Bowers' representatives to push for roughly $30 million per year once he becomes extension-eligible after the 2026 season.
“A $21.5 million per year LaPorta deal would essentially be a 12.5% increase of the tight end market.”
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- Contract CallsSam LaPortaOct 28, 2026
Sam LaPorta to sign for $19.35M–$23.65M a year
“Bectha is probably targeting more than just a nominal increase over his Kraft deal with LaPorta... A $21.5 million per year LaPorta deal would essentially be a 12.5% increase of the tight end market.”
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- Contract CallsBrock BowersLas Vegas RaidersOct 28, 2026
Brock Bowers to sign for $27M–$33M a year with Las Vegas Raiders
“Bowers' camp using the Raiders' 50% center market increase with Tyler Linderbaum to try to justify a deal in the $30 million-per-year neighborhood should be expected.”
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