Chicago Bears right tackle Darnell Wright lands 4-year, $116 million
contract, AP source says
[August 05, 2026]
By JAY COHEN
CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago Bears right tackle Darnell
Wright has agreed to a lucrative contract extension, answering a major
question for the team going into the season.
The Bears announced the four-year deal on Tuesday, posting “The Wright
Tackle is here to stay” on social media. Wright's $116 million contract
includes $93 million guaranteed, according to a person familiar with the
agreement who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity
because the details had not been announced by either side. |
Chicago Bears offensive line Darnell Wright warms up during practice at
the team's NFL football training camp, Friday, July 31, 2026, in Lake
Forest, Ill. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh) |
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The contract is the biggest ever for a right tackle and includes
the most guaranteed money for an offensive lineman in NFL
history, according to ESPN.
“Our team is rooted in being driven by belief and built by hard
work, and Darnell epitomizes our culture in every way,” coach
Ben Johnson said in a statement.
The 10th overall pick in the 2023 draft out of Tennessee, Wright
anchored an offensive line that helped the Bears rank third in
the NFL in rushing last season on their way to the NFC North
title. He earned second-team All-Pro honors.
“Darnell has consistently elevated his play and the performance
of his teammates since joining our team, and we look forward to
his continued growth and leadership for years to come,” general
manager Ryan Poles said.
Wright said during training camp last week that he was
optimistic about getting an extension.
“Obviously, I know I’ll be here for a long time, hopefully my
whole career,” he said. “Those things kind of just handle
themselves. I just have to stay focused on the main things.
That’s just getting better, consistency every day.”
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