Russell Wilson Becomes Highest Paid NFL Player

How many athletes sign a huge multi-million dollar contract and instead of being out celebrating, spend it at home with their boo?

Well, if you are a Seattle Seahawks fan you can be happy that your star player just signed a $140 million, 4-year deal on Monday night. Russell Wilson just became the highest paid NFL player!

Instead of popping bottles at the club or throwing a huge party, Wilson uploaded a video in bed all cuddled up with Ciara. “Hey Seattle, we got a deal,” Wilson said. While his girlfriend Ciara responds with a , “Go Hawks!” comment.

 

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TSR STAFF: Chantel Kelli! @_popchanny! _________________ #TSRSports: Congratulations are in order for #RusselWilson as it’s been confirmed that he and the #Seahawks have reached an agreement on a 4-year, $140 million in new money extension. His new agreement also includes a $65 million signing bonus! _________________ Talk about a secured bag, beloved! This new agreement has now made #Russ the highest-paid player in the #NFL — even surpassing #AaronRodgers! _________________ We hear the contract includes a no-trade clause and — read more at TheShadeRoom.com!

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I mean if you are guaranteed $65 million, you can expect Wilson to have a great season and hopefully win a ring for the Seattle fan base. In the past seven seasons, the Hawks have made six playoff appearances.

Wilson was drafted by them back in the 2012 NFL draft.