Rams extend contracts for key players Lake, McDuffie, Higbee, and Williams
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 5:30 PM
Last updated Oct 6, 2026

The Los Angeles Rams have secured four key players with contract extensions, enhancing their roster depth. Quentin Lake received a three-year, $38.25 million deal, with significant performance metrics to date, ranking among the top safeties. Trent McDuffie signed a four-year, $124 million extension, demonstrating his fit as a foundational cornerback. Tyler Higbee and Kyren Williams also received new contracts, with Higbee contributing prominently as a tight end. The team's investment signals confidence in these players' abilities to impact the 2026 season.
- •Quentin Lake is graded second among 93 safeties this season.
- •Trent McDuffie's contract includes $100 million in guarantees.
- •Tyler Higbee is third on the team with 15 receptions.
- •Kyren Williams continues to prove his worth as a significant offensive contributor.
- •Rams secured these extensions to avoid higher market costs in future.
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"4 players recently extended have produced BIG for Rams offense and defense
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