Detroit Lions, Penei Sewell agree to 4-year, $112 million extension making him highest-paid OL in NFL history
The Detroit Lions made stalwart right tackle Penei Sewell — a foundational piece of the franchise’s burgeoning success — the highest paid offensive lineman in the history of the NFL with a contract extension. ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter first reported the deal. Sewell is reportedly set to make as much as $112 million over the four year term of the deal. The $28 million annual value of the deal vaults Sewell to the top of the tackle (and therefore offensive line) market, surpassing Laremy Tunsil ($25 million annually) as the richest offensive lineman in the league. And $85 million of the dea...