Miami Dolphins sign Jaylen Waddle to $84.7M contract extension, making him one of the top 5 highest-paid wide receivers

The Miami Dolphins signed Jaylen Waddle to a new contract worth $84.75 million for three years. This makes him one of the top five highest-paid wide receivers in the NFL. Waddle will be with the Dolphins until 2028, with $76 million guaranteed in his contract. He has been very successful in his first three seasons in the NFL, making him deserving of this extension. Jaylen Waddle was drafted by the Dolphins in 2021 and has had impressive performances since then. He set a rookie record with 104 catches in his first season, followed by a career-best 1,356 yards in the next season. Despite being the second receiver behind Tyreek Hill, Waddle has shown great skill and consistency, ranking 13th in the NFL for career receiving yards since 2021. The Dolphins were eager to secure Waddle long-term, as he has been a key player in their offense. General manager Chris Grier emphasized the importance of keeping Waddle in Miami, and the team had planned to extend his contract. This extension ensures that Waddle will continue to contribute to the Dolphins' success in the coming years. The agreement with Waddle comes at a time when the Dolphins are also negotiating a new deal with their starting quarterback, Tua Tagovailoa. Tagovailoa is expected to receive a significant salary increase, possibly around $50 million annually. The Dolphins are focused on building a strong team with key players like Waddle and Tagovailoa to maintain their offensive prowess. In the NFL, other teams have also signed extensions with their young wide receivers, showing the trend of investing in talented players early in their careers. The Dolphins' decision to secure Waddle's future reflects their commitment to building a competitive team. The team will continue to prepare for the upcoming season during their mandatory minicamp at the Baptist Health Training Complex.