Philadelphia Eagles Sign First Round Pick Jalen Carter

Georgia defensive tackle Jalen Carter might have had to wait around a bit longer than expected to hear his name called, but he has not wasted any time signing his rookie contract and getting to work with the Philadelphia Eagles. Carter has signed his contract and is ready to get to work according to reports.

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Thursday that Carter is the first 2023 first-rounder to sign a contract. Carter agreed to a four-year, fully-guaranteed deal worth $21,806,184. Schefter noted the deal was negotiated by Drew Rosehnhaus, Ryan Matha, and Jason Rosenhaus and Eagles’ officials Howie Roseman, Jake Rosenberg, and Bryce Johnston.

Carter was the 9th overall selection in this years NFL Draft and several in the draft community thought he was the steal of the draft considering he was potentially the best overall player available, but slid due to character concerns leading up to the draft.

Carter is already drawing the eye of veteran teammates like Super Bowl Champion Jason Kelce.

“He’s been a great kid in his interactions with me,” Kelce said. “He’s looked me in the eye. I feel a lot of these guys who have character concerns, I’m more concerned with guys who think they’re too good. I didn’t get that vibe with him when I met with him. He’s looking up, he’s looking straight at you.

“That’s obviously not a great litmus test, but we’ll see. I can’t remember the last time the Eagles had someone in the locker room that was that big of a cancer that it upset the chemistry of the team. I can’t remember the last time that happened.”

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