LB Roquan Smith Signs A Massive $100 Million Contract Extension With Ravens

Roquan Smith got paid.

The Baltimore Ravens took care of some business ahead of Sunday’s Super Wild Card Weekend game against the Cincinnati Bengals by agreeing to terms with Pro Bowl linebacker Roquan Smith on a five-year contract that makes him the highest-paid off-ball linebacker in the league, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.

Smith’s extension is worth $100 million, including $45 million fully guaranteed with $60 million in total guarantees.

Per Saint Omni, The #Ravens agree in principle with All-Pro LB Roquan Smith — now the highest paid at his position in NFL history with a 5-yr, $100M deal. $45M fully guaranteed & $60M in total guarantees. Huge. The 1st off-ball LB to get $20M per year. Roquan represented himself. pic.twitter.com/KCy7t26SpZ

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 10, 2023

The Ravens acquired Smith from the Chicago Bears via trade earlier this season and his impact on the Ravens defense was evident almost immediately.

By locking up Smith to a long-term deal, the Ravens will have their franchise tag at their disposal as they enter an offseason of contract negotiating with Lamar Jackson.