The Baltimore Ravens locked up a key piece of their future on Friday, agreeing to a four-year contract extension with defensive tackle Justin Madubuike.
NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported the four-year deal is worth $98 million, meaning Madubuike is the second-highest paid defensive tackle in the NFL behind Los Angeles Rams star Aaron Donald.
Madubuike, a third-round pick in the 2020 NFL draft, was given the non-exclusive franchise tag earlier this week to ensure he wouldn’t hit free agency. Madubuike now is under contract through the 2027 NFL season.
“We are pleased to announce a four-year extension with Justin Madubuike,” Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta said in a statement. “Justin is one of the best defensive tackles in the entire NFL and a cornerstone on our defense.”
In 17 games this season, the 26-year-old racked up a career-high (and team-high) 13 sacks, 56 tackles and 33 quarterback hits. He was named to his first career Pro Bowl and the All-Pro second team. Madubuike also received one vote for AP Defensive Player of the Year.
