NFL

Eagles sign DT Jalen Carter to four-year, $152 million contract extension

The Eagles are resetting the defensive tackle market with this extension. $106 million of the total package is fully guaranteed, making Carter the highest-paid player ever at his position in that respect, too.

This is an odd gamble by the normally shrewd Eagles. Carter is entering his fourth pro season, so Philadelphia had another year, maybe more, to evaluate whether to pay the 25-year-old. Additional time could’ve benefited the franchise, as the uber-talented Carter has had an up-and-down first three years.

The Georgia product was dominant as a rookie, registering six sacks and two forced fumbles. His play in 2024 was of similar caliber, though his sack total dwindled to 4.5. Carter was slightly worse last season, as he played in only 12 games and was less disruptive.

That said, the arrow isn’t pointing downward for the defensive tackle. Carter’s aging curve suggests he’s just entering his prime, and Philadelphia should benefit from his elite play over the next several seasons. The issue, however, is that the Eagles are paying a premium for Carter’s services before they need to. Natural ability will need to win out for this agreement to bear fruit. With the erratic Carter, that’s no guarantee.

Carter posted 33 tackles and three sacks in 2025.

Vikings sign OT Brian O’Neill to four-year, $96 million contract extension

O’Neill had one season remaining on his original contract. The right tackle is now signed through 2030.

O’Neill has been consistently good for the Vikings, making two Pro Bowls over the course of his first eight years. At 30, slight regression is possible as soon as this season, though there’ve been no signs of that yet. It’s reasonable to assume that O’Neill will continue to serve as a very good bookend to Christian Darrisaw.

Whether it be Kyler Murray or J.J. McCarthy, whomever starts at quarterback will need strong blocking.

NBA

Warriors sign PF Draymond Green to one-year, $27.7 million contract

Around one month ago, Green opted out of this exact deal. In doing so, the four-time All-Star was creating flexibility for the Warriors in case larger moves were to be made. Alas, it’s been a quiet summer for Golden State, perhaps culminating with Green’s predictable return.

The careerlong Warrior toiled on the free-agent market for much of the summer, but there was never any doubt where he would be playing this season. Green no longer offers much of anything as a scorer, instead focusing on serving as a hub and screener. That still works for Golden State, as the 36-year-old’s always-elite defense continues to make him a solid starter. For at least one more year, that’ll continue to be his role for Steve Kerr’s Warriors.

Beyond that, it’s hard to get a grasp on the franchise’s plan. Mike Dunleavy Jr. and the front office struck out on numerous star-fetching attempts this offseason, leaving the roster eerily similar to the 37-45 outfit it was last year. Golden State landed Yaxel Lendeborg in the late lottery, but he’s unlikely to shift the team’s calculus significantly as a rookie.

Therefore, the Warriors are, in essence, running it back this season — one year older and one year less durable. Jimmy Butler’s return at some point will help, but Stephen Curry, Green & Co. could have less assistance than ever.

Golden State is a big swing or rebuild away from making sense.

Green averaged 8.4 points, 5.5 rebounds and 5.5 assists per game last season.