Atlanta Falcons Sign Devonta Freeman To Richest RB Contract In NFL

The Atlanta Falcons have reportedlyreportedly agreed to terms on a five-year contract extension with Devonta Freeman that will make him the highest paid running back in the NFL.

Freeman, who was scheduled to make just $1.79 million this season in the last year of his rookie contract, will now rake in over $8 million annually as part of the 5-year $41.25 million extension.

The 25-year old, 2x pro bowler, is entering his fourth season in the NFL, coming off a 2016 campaign where he led the Falcons with 1,541 yards from scrimmage, including 13 touchdowns.

He released the following statement, via the Atlanta Falcons,

"This is where I've always wanted to be," Freeman said. "I want to thank Mr. Blank, Thomas and Coach (Dan) Quinn for all of their support. I feel extremely blessed, but the work and grind are just beginning."

Freeman and the Falcons will kickoff their first preseason game tomorrow night against the Miami Dolphins

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