Joel Corry· Aug 19, 2026
The unsigned piece predicts the early-extension trend continues into 2027, with at least one of the 2024 quarterback class (Jayden Daniels, Drake Maye, Caleb Williams) resetting the QB market, Brock Bowers resetting the tight end market via the Raiders, Joe Alt possibly becoming the NFL's highest-paid offensive lineman, and Quinyon Mitchell becoming the first $35 million defensive back. It also expects the Patriots and Christian Gonzalez to reach an extension.
“At least one of the three should reset the quarterback market.”
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7 checkable claims — 7 trade and signing calls — each graded on its own rather than as one all-or-nothing bet.
It names 11 players and teams, each linked to their own record.
None of them have settled yet — they grade once their results are in.
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- Trade and Signing CallsDrake MayeAug 19, 2026
Drake Maye to move
“At least one of the three should reset the quarterback market.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Brock Bowers to move to Las Vegas Raiders
“A major reset of the tight end market could come from the Raiders next year, thanks to Brock Bowers.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Joe Alt to move to Los Angeles Chargers
“If offensive tackle Joe Alt joins Herbert as the only Chargers first-round pick with an early extension, he will probably become the NFL's highest-paid offensive lineman.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Trade and Signing CallsCaleb WilliamsAug 19, 2026
Caleb Williams to move
“At least one of the three should reset the quarterback market.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Christian Gonzalez to move to New England Patriots
“It could increase to 11 as the New England Patriots and cornerback Christian Gonzalez are engaged in contract negotiations.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Trade and Signing CallsJayden DanielsAug 19, 2026
Jayden Daniels to move
“The quarterback market could dramatically escalate as 2024 draft picks, Jayden Daniels, Drake Maye and Caleb Williams, will be eligible for contract extensions. At least one of the three should reset the quarterback market.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Quinyon Mitchell to move to Philadelphia Eagles
“Cornerback Quinyon Mitchell, as the league's first $35 million defensive back, wouldn't be surprising given that the Eagles have a history of being proactive in locking up core players early with new deals.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
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