The Chicago Bears have secured right tackle Darnell Wright with a four-year, $116 million contract extension, marking the largest deal ever awarded to a right tackle and the most guaranteed money ever given to an offensive lineman in NFL history. The agreement, which includes $93 million guaranteed, was announced Tuesday. Wright, the 10th overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft out of Tennessee, played a key role in the Bears’ offensive line, helping the team rank third in the league in rushing and capture the NFC North title. He earned second-team All-Pro honors last season.
Meanwhile, the Baltimore Ravens reached terms on a four-year, $140 million extension with wide receiver Zay Flowers. The deal, which reportedly includes $108 million guaranteed, highlights the franchise’s commitment to the two-time Pro Bowl player. Flowers, a first-round selection in 2023, had a breakout season with 86 receptions for 1,211 yards and five touchdowns. He became the fastest player in Ravens history to reach 100 receptions, achieving the milestone in just 21 games, and is the first Raven to record multiple 1,000-yard receiving seasons within his first three years.
In other NFL news, the Atlanta Falcons suffered a setback when linebacker Jalon Walker sustained a left leg injury during practice Tuesday. The 2025 first-round draft pick from Georgia was carted off the field and was unable to put weight on the leg as he was assisted to the locker room. Walker started as a rookie and posted 36 tackles, 5.5 sacks, and two forced fumbles last season.
The Denver Broncos also faced concerns after linebacker Nik Bonitto injured his left leg during a training camp drill on Tuesday. Bonitto, entering his fifth NFL season, was helped to the sideline by trainers. Broncos head coach Sean Payton provided limited information after practice, stating, "Yeah, he'll be fine, no updates." Bonitto signed a four-year contract extension worth up to $120 million last year after setting career highs with 14 sacks and 28 quarterback hits.
Off the field, Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy has increased his presence at training camp amid ongoing personal challenges. Bieniemy’s return date to the coaching staff remains uncertain following the shooting of his wife, Mia Bieniemy, at their Virginia residence. Their son, Elijah Bieniemy, has been arrested and charged with malicious wounding, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, and discharge of a firearm inside a dwelling.