Drake London signs four-year, $141 million extension with Falcons
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 11:02 AM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London has signed a four-year contract extension worth over $141 million, which averages $35.25 million per year. This deal positions him as one of the top-paid wide receivers in the NFL, surpassed only by Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Ja'Marr Chase. With $100 million guaranteed, London’s salary will represent nearly 12 percent of the Falcons' salary cap. Since being drafted in 2022, he has shown promise despite playing with multiple quarterbacks. The Falcons hope London's new contract will help solidify their receiving corps as they seek to improve their quarterback situation.
- •London's contract averages $35.25 million per year, ranking third among receivers.
- •The deal includes $100 million in guarantees and potential for $150 million total.
- •London has recorded nearly 4,000 receiving yards and 22 touchdowns since 2022.
- •The Falcons have been seeking a reliable No. 1 receiver after trading Julio Jones and Calvin Ridley.
- 11:02 AMYahoo Sports — Drake London to make over $35M per year on new Falcons deal
"Falcons to pay Drake London more than Vikings WR Justin Jefferson
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