Green Bay Packers extend Devonte Wyatt through 2029
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GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Green Bay Packers have agreed to a three-year, $57 million contract extension with defensive tackle Devonte Wyatt, according to multiple national media reports on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. The deal, negotiated by Win Sports Group, includes a $20 million signing bonus and averages $19 million per year in new money, keeping Wyatt under contract through the 2029 NFL season. The extension begins in 2027, while Wyatt will play the 2026 season on his previously exercised fifth-year option worth $12.94 million. Wyatt, 28, has 101 tackles and 16 sacks in 57 regular-season games since being drafted in 2022.
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Timeline
- 2022 Wyatt drafted 28th overall by Packers
- 2022 Wyatt debuts, begins interior pass rushing
- 2023 Wyatt's availability limited by injuries
- Thanksgiving 2025 Suffers severe lower-leg injury
- 2025 Misses games after Detroit injury setback
- 2026 Fifth-year option guarantees $12.94 million
- July 21, 2026 Agrees three-year, $57 million extension
- 2027 Extension formally begins, securing contract through 2029
Why it matters
If you're a Packers fan, this is great news. Wyatt's a key player, despite past injuries. His extension means more stability for the team's defense through 2029. Check the Packers' schedule and plan to watch Wyatt in action.
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