Titans Sign No. 1 NFL Draft Pick Cam Ward to $48.75M Rookie Deal

The NFL offseason has seen significant contract moves highlighting the financial commitments teams are making to secure key players. The Tennessee Titans signed Cam Ward, the 2025 NFL Draft first overall pick, to a fully guaranteed four-year rookie deal worth $48.75 million, marking a record-setting start for the quarterback who holds the all-time Division I record for touchdown passes. Meanwhile, the San Francisco 49ers solidified their core with two major extensions: Brock Purdy inked a five-year, $265 million contract, and linebacker Fred Warner agreed to a three-year, $63 million extension, making him the highest-paid inside linebacker in the league. Warner's deal includes $56 million guaranteed and reflects his consistent elite performance despite the 49ers' recent playoff challenges. The Kansas City Chiefs also remain a financially committed team, with key players like Trey Smith and Creed Humphrey among the highest-paid at their positions, emphasizing the team's focus on protecting star quarterback Patrick Mahomes. These contracts underline the rising market value for NFL quarterbacks and critical defensive players as teams aim to maintain competitive advantages.