Falcons Extend Former Second Round Offensive Lineman
Summary
The Atlanta Falcons have signed offensive lineman Matthew Bergeron to a four-year contract extension worth $96 million. This deal makes Bergeron one of the highest-paid interior offensive linemen in the NFL.Key Facts
- Matthew Bergeron earned a four-year contract extension with the Atlanta Falcons.
- The contract is worth $96 million total, averaging $24 million per year.
- Bergeron was the 38th overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.
- The deal includes $60 million guaranteed money.
- His salary ranks him alongside Dallas Cowboys guard Tyler Smith, one of the highest-paid interior linemen.
- Bergeron does not yet have NFL awards, unlike Smith who is a three-time Pro Bowler.
- Bergeron’s contract pays him more than teammate Chris Lindstrom, recently ranked the sixth-best interior offensive lineman by NFL experts.
- The Falcons’ offensive line was strong in 2025, allowing the fourth-fewest sacks and ranking seventh for rushing yards per game.
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