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Eagles lock $41 M for Carter, Smith despite injuries

4/28/2026

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  • Philadelphia Eagles exercised the fifth-year options on Jalen Carter and Nolan Smith Jr. on 2026-04-27, guaranteeing $27 million for Carter and under $14 million for Smith for 2027.
  • Both missed time due to injuries; Carter had a shoulder procedure while Smith had triceps surgery after the title game and went on injured reserve.
  • Carter earned two Pro Bowls, 13.5 sacks, while Smith posted 10.5 sacks, four in the 2024 Super Bowl run.