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#nfl-contracts

Chicago Bears backup quarterback Tyson Bagent was reduced to tears after signing a $10 million contract extension that made him take a moment to realize how far he and his family have come in his unlikely NFL journey. Bagent, 25, an undrafted player from a Division II school entering his third NFL season, became overwhelmed on Aug. 20 when speaking at a press conference about the two-year, $10 million extension he signed with the Bears. "As far as where I came from, I really can't even get too much into it without crying," he said. Moments later, he put his head down and wiped away tears when talking about his father.

Fan excitement is highest for the drafted rookies, overshadowing returning second-year players, with RB Bill Croskey-Merritt generating notable buzz despite limited prior performance. When asked about which player fans wanted to return in 2026, Deebo Samuel dominated the votes, indicating strong interest in his potential impact compared to veterans like Bobby Wagner and Austin Ekeler.

Trey Amos was signed to a 4-year, $7.28 million contract, completing the Washington Commanders' 2025 draft class and marking him as an important addition to the team.

The Commanders face key decisions with 37 players in the last year of their contracts, potentially affecting future roster and financial strategy.

Neuzil filled in for nine games after new Chicago Bears center Drew Dalman went down with an ankle injury.