Last Updated on August 2, 2011 6:07 pm by admin
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) – David Harris’ agent says the New York Jets have signed the playmaking linebacker to a new four-year deal.
Harris, who signed his franchise tender before the NFL lockout began in March, said earlier Tuesday that he expected a contract extension to be signed soon. Turns out, Harris received a completely new deal, according to agent Brian Mackler, a few hours later.
Mackler says the deal includes the highest amount of guaranteed money – but wouldn’t say how much – for an inside linebacker on a four-year contract.
The 27-year-old Harris was drafted in the second round out of Michigan in 2007. He became a starter after the Jets traded Jonathan Vilma before the 2008 season. He has 428 tackles and 14 1/2 sacks in four seasons.