Jacksonville Jaguars Sign Defensive Tackle To 3-Year Deal After Career Year
The Jacksonville Jaguars have signed their defensive lineman, DaVon Hamilton, to a three-year contract extension worth $34 million, with $23 million guaranteed.
The deal comes after Hamilton's outstanding performance during the 2022 season, where he recorded career-highs in tackles, tackles for loss, sacks, and fumble recoveries.
Jacksonville Jaguars signed DT Davon Hamilton to a three-year, $34.5 million contract extension.
— NFL Rumors (@nflrums) April 27, 2023
A third-round pick in 2020, Hamilton is coming off the best year of his career pic.twitter.com/R83eIZ8gox
He played in all 17 games, with 610 defensive snaps, making him a dependable player on the interior of the defensive line.
In total, over his three-year career, the 26-year-old has amassed 132 total tackles, 4.5 sacks, one forced fumble, three fumble recoveries, and four passes defended across 44 games played.
Hamilton, a third-round draft pick in 2020, was in the final year of his rookie contract.
Sources: The #Jaguars and DT DaVon Hamilton agreed to terms on a 3-year, $34.5M deal with $23M fully guaranteed plus incentives that bring the max compensation up to $36M. The former third rounder will make over $18.7M in the 1st year of the extension, coming off a career year. pic.twitter.com/1hwl0WiSXT
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 26, 2023
His consistency and potential for continued improvement make him a valuable asset for the Jaguars, who are investing in young talent for the future.
The team's decision to extend Hamilton's contract demonstrates their appreciation for his contributions and their commitment to building a strong defense.
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