Jeffery Simmons' Blockbuster Extension Makes Bengals' Dexter Lawrence Trade Even Better

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1. 14d ago

   Jeffery Simmons Extension Highlights Value of Bengals' Dexter Lawrence Trade

   The Tennessee Titans signed defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons to a three-year, $105.8 million extension. This deal makes Simmons the highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history. The market reset emphasizes the value of the Cincinnati Bengals' acquisition of Dexter Lawrence.

   What's confirmed:

   • Jeffery Simmons signed a three-year, $105.8 million extension with the Tennessee Titans.
   • Simmons is now the highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history.
   • The Cincinnati Bengals acquired Dexter Lawrence and signed him to a three-year, $70 million extension.
   • The Bengals traded a 2026 first-round pick to acquire Lawrence.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • NFL executives state the Lawrence trade was worth it and that he is impressing in camp.
   • The Simmons deal included $100 million guaranteed.
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2. 21d ago

   Jeffery Simmons Signs Record-Breaking Extension With Titans

   The Tennessee Titans signed defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons to a three-year contract extension. The deal makes Simmons the highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history. This market reset follows the Cincinnati Bengals' recent acquisition of Dexter Lawrence.

   What's confirmed:

   • Jeffery Simmons and the Titans agreed to a three-year extension worth $105.8 million.
   • The extension includes $100 million guaranteed.
   • The contract makes Jeffery Simmons the highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history.
   • Simmons recorded 11 sacks, 17 tackles for loss, 21 quarterback hits and three forced fumbles in 2025.
   • The Cincinnati Bengals acquired defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence in April.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • The Titans' Robert Saleh-Mike Borgonzi regime is making a big bet with the extension.
   • The Titans have a promising young quarterback in Cam Ward.
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