Drake London signs extension with Falcons for four years at $141 million
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 10:07 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Drake London has officially signed a four-year, $141 million contract extension with the Atlanta Falcons, making him the third-highest paid wide receiver in the NFL. The announcement was made after the Falcons held him out of OTAs on Monday. In a social media message to fans, London expressed his excitement about remaining in Atlanta. He has played a crucial role as the team's primary receiver since being drafted in 2022, but will now benefit from additional support following the team's recent acquisitions. London is expected to return to OTAs now that his contract is formalized.
- •London's contract averages $35.25 million per season.
- •He recorded 309 catches for 3,961 yards and 22 touchdowns over 62 games.
- •The Falcons added receivers Zachariah Branch, Jahan Dotson, and Olamide Zaccheaus.
- •London shared his gratitude with fans after signing the contract.
- •He is expected to resume participation in OTAs on Tuesday.
- 12:38 AMYahoo Sports — Inside the Drake London deal
- 10:07 AMYahoo Sports — Drake London sends Falcons fans a message after signing extension
"Falcons WR Drake London had a message for the fans after officially signing his extension
"The Falcons have signed receiver Drake London to a long-term deal.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 11, 2026, 12:38 AMInside the Drake London deal
The Falcons have signed receiver Drake London to a long-term deal.
- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 10:07 AMDrake London sends Falcons fans a message after signing extension
Falcons WR Drake London had a message for the fans after officially signing his extension
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