Eagles retain All-Pro linebacker Zack Baun before he tests free agency
All-Pro linebacker Zack Baun is staying with the Philadelphia Eagles.
The Super Bowl champions announced Wednesday they’ve agreed on a three-year deal with Baun through the 2027 season. A person familiar with the details told The Associated Press that Baun’s contract is worth $51 million, including $34 million guaranteed. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the terms weren’t released.
Baun, who mostly played on special teams for the New Orleans Saints, was a key part of defensive coordinator Vic Fangio’s unit last season in his first year in Philadelphia.
He had 151 tackles, 3 1/2 sacks and one interception in the regular season and also had a pick against Patrick Mahomes in the Eagles’ 40-22 victory in the Super Bowl last month.
Baun finished fifth in voting for the AP Defensive Player of the Year award, earning two first-place votes.
He would’ve been a free agent next week but passed up an opportunity to test the open market to remain in Philadelphia.
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By ROB MAADDI
AP Pro Football Writer
