The Seattle Seahawks and first-round defensive end Bruce Irvin have agreed to terms on his rookie contract, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Irvin is the first first-round selection from this year's draft class to officially sign his deal, per @RapSheet.
Selected with the No. 15 overall pick, Bruce Irvin arrives in Seattle following a productive collegiate career at West Virginia. The Seahawks made the pass rusher their top selection to bolster a defensive unit that has prioritized speed and athleticism off the edge. By reaching an agreement today, Irvin is now set to participate in the team's full slate of offseason activities, including the upcoming rookie minicamp.
As with all first-round rookie contracts under the current CBA, the deal is a four-year pact that includes a fifth-year team option. Irvin was a standout at West Virginia, where he recorded 22.5 sacks over just two seasons, and was one of the most explosive athletes in his draft class. His signing marks a significant milestone as teams begin the process of locking in their newest additions.
The signing of Irvin officially kicks off the rookie contract season for the first-round class. More signings across the league are expected to be announced in the coming days as teams move through their post-draft orientations and prepare for the upcoming season.
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