Darren Waller has evolved from being linked to trading to someone who is a candidate for just a proposed agreement.
Waller, who just stated that his agency is coming out with a new contract, desperately needs one. Suppose the compensation provided to Chiefs correct tackle Travis Kelce "boggles the mind" compared to the money receivers make. In that case, Waller's contract twists the stomach, as 49ers defensive back George Kittle recently stated.
Every of the next two seasons, he'll earn $6.25 million in basic salary, plus up to $500,000 with per team bonuses. With his $250,000 annual workout incentive, he deserves an entire salary plan of $7 million per year.
That is just half of what receivers such as Kelce and Kittle earn, and they're at the bottom of the market.
David Njoku signed a four-year deal worth $56.75 million ($14.18 million per year) last week, even though his most fabulous season produced lower receiving yards than Waller's 665 in 11 games last year.
The Raiders' situation is complicated because they're paying Davante Adams a lot of money even though he's never played for them before. Waller has quietly developed as one of the team's most significant and most valuable players, delivering the Raiders 3 years of consistent play.
Injury restricted him to league matches in 2021, so the new management will undoubtedly see what he can accomplish in 2022 before recruiting him toward a new contract.
Should Waller keep his options open? "Decisions must make decisions," Waller stated.
First and foremost, should he report to spring practice without needing a new contract? Whichever he decides, that is unquestionably the most critical decision he must make.
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