The Philadelphia Eagles have officially signed first-round wide receiver Makai Lemon to his rookie contract today, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The deal solidifies the presence of the team's top draft selection as the franchise prepares for the upcoming season.
The contract is a four-year, fully guaranteed deal that includes a $11.5 million signing bonus, per @RapSheet. The negotiations for the agreement were handled and finalized by agents Ian Grutman and David Ben-Zaken of GSE Worldwide. As a first-round selection, Lemon's contract follows the standard NFL rookie wage scale while ensuring his spot on the roster through the next four seasons.
By finalizing this deal, the Eagles ensure that their primary offensive addition from the draft will be fully available for all team activities and training camp. Makai Lemon is expected to be a significant contributor to the Philadelphia offense, and this signing removes any potential for a holdout during the summer months.
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