The Arizona Cardinals have reached a groundbreaking agreement with tight end Trey McBride. He is one of the top five highest-paid players at his position in the NFL! McBride just recently signed a four-year $76 million extension with $43 million guaranteed. This deal catapults him to an annual average of $19 million, putting him as the top-paid tight end in the league!
Originally selected in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft, McBride made an immediate impact. Now, he’s become one of the most elite players in the entire league. Since entering the NFL, he’s 7th in receptions and receiving yards among tight ends. His productivity on the field is underscored by a remarkable achievement: McBride recorded 221 receptions in his first three seasons, setting a new record for tight ends in NFL history.
Last season was particularly noteworthy for McBride. He led all tight ends in target rate at 30.0% per route run. Seeing a team target share of 29.6%, he became an integral part of the Cardinals’ offense. On top of that, he ranked first in receiving first downs among tight ends, highlighting his ability to come through in clutch spots.
Though McBride’s impact went beyond the numbers, the stats cemented his place as one of the all-time greats in the league’s history. Last season, he finished first among tight ends in receiving yards and receptions. He ranked second in targets. With an average of 71.6 receiving yards per game, he ranked third among all tight ends. He finished third among wide receivers in routes run and yards after the catch.
McBride officially reached elite status when he became the first Cardinals tight end to be named to a Pro Bowl since Jackie Smith in 1970. This accomplishment was a historic first for the entire team. This prestigious honor serves to both underscore his personal achievements and represent an exciting breakthrough for the company.
The Cardinals’ decision to extend McBride reflects their commitment to building around key players who can contribute to their long-term success. As McBride takes on a more prominent role with this new contract, she will likely be an important piece of the team’s long-term offensive strategy.
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