Chris Olave's contract extension costs rise after Drake London deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 1:30 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
The New Orleans Saints face rising costs for star WR Chris Olave’s potential contract extension. After the Atlanta Falcons extended WR Drake London for $35.25 million per year, Olave's agent is expected to demand more than that. Both players, drafted consecutively in 2022, have had injury concerns and faced challenges on their teams. Olave has shown better performance than London, which will influence negotiations. The Saints aim to secure a competitive deal for Olave as training camp approaches.
- •Drake London's extension sets a new benchmark for Olave's contract.
- •Olave is entering the final year of his current deal.
- •Both players have dealt with injuries in their early careers.
- •Negotiations may intensify as training camp approaches.
- •Olave has outperformed London in various metrics.
- 1:30 PMYahoo Sports — Chris Olave’s potential contract extension just got more expensive
"Not good news for the Saints, great news for Olave
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