The Eagles have locked up their starting Running Back. LeSean McCoy and the Eagles have agreed to a 5 year extension, worth $45 Million. He is guaranteed over $20 million.
The 23 year old McCoy rushed for 1309 yards and scored 17 Touchdowns. His rushing total was good for fourth best in the NFL, but was first with 17 rushing touchdowns.
Both sides make out pretty well here. McCoy gets a massive raise from his rookie contract, but the Eagles did not have to break the bank on one of the best Backs in the NFL today. More importantly, the Eagles were able to work out a deal before the Ravens could with Ray Rice.
Rice and McCoy put up similar numbers in 2011, and a big payday was in line for Rice. If the Ravens overpaid for Rice, the Eagles would most likely find themselves digging a little deeper into their pockets.
Philadelphia has done a good job locking up their youthful core, signing DeSean Jackson to an extension, and now McCoy. Next in line is WR Jeremy Maclin, whose deal is set to expire in 2014.
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