Trey McBride reveals lowball offer from Arizona Cardinals during contract talks

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Last updated Jul 7, 2026

Trey McBride reveals lowball offer from Arizona Cardinals during contract talks
Summary

Trey McBride discussed his contract negotiations with the Arizona Cardinals, revealing that the team initially offered him $12 million per year, significantly lower than his expectations. He aimed for $20 million per year after a breakout 2023 season where he caught 111 passes. After negotiations, he signed a four-year, $76 million extension, becoming the highest-paid tight end at the time, though the offer almost accepted was $64 million. McBride's deal reset the market, raising questions about the team's initial approach to contract talks.

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  • Trey McBride signed a four-year, $76 million extension.
  • Initial offer from Cardinals was $12 million per year.
  • McBride caught 111 passes in the 2023 season.
  • His deal reset the market for NFL tight ends.
  • George Kittle surpassed McBride's average deal shortly after.
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  • 12:40 AMYahoo SportsTrey McBride was lowballed by Arizona Cardinals in contract talks
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Before Trey McBride got a $19 million per year extension, the Cardinals gave him a cheap offer.

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