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Hunter Henry Agrees to 2-Year Contract Extension with New England Patriots, Reports Say
The deal keeps one of Drake Maye’s top targets in New England after Henry posted a career-high 768 receiving yards and seven touchdowns in 2025.
- On Monday, the New England Patriots signed veteran tight end Hunter Henry to a two-year contract extension worth $16 million, with $14.5 million guaranteed and a $4.2 million signing bonus.
- Henry was entering the final year of his contract after recording a career-high 768 receiving yards in 2025 while serving as a key target for quarterback Drake Maye.
- Since entering the NFL in 2016, Henry has recorded 455 receptions for 5,295 yards and 47 touchdowns; head coach Mike Vrabel called him a "great leader for us" and "very consistent player."
- This extension stabilizes the tight end room after free agent Julian Hill tore his ACL in spring practices and will miss the 2026 season, allowing Henry to mentor younger players Eli Raridon and Tanner Arkin.
- With Henry secured, the Patriots will likely shift attention to unresolved contract negotiations with cornerback Christian Gonzalez, whom owner Robert Kraft offered to make the highest-paid player at his position.
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Patriots sign TE Hunter Henry to 2-year, $16M extension
The New England Patriots announced a contract extension with veteran tight end Hunter Henry on Monday. Terms were not disclosed. ESPN reported it was a two-year, $16 million deal worth up to $20 million with incentives and includes a $4.2 million s...
The New England Patriots continue to make their future in the NFL and hold on to one of the favorite starting stations of Quarterback Drake Maye. Tight End Hunter Henry extends for a repeat time.
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