Reporters were informed on Monday by Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson that a long-term contract extension is “pretty close.”
“At the moment, my goal is to finalize and seal the deal. We’ll watch how that develops. According to Stevenson, via ESPN.com, “It’s pretty close.”
Stevenson’s base salary for the 2024 season is now scheduled to be $3.116 million. He will also be eligible to become an unrestricted free agent for the first time the following year.
It’s merely a drawn-out process, not frustrating. Although I’ve never experienced it before, based on what I’ve heard from the other guys, this is how it works. I respect the bargaining process since it is one that is underway,” Stevenson remarked.
It’s difficult to ignore the subject. Our future, our life, and our job are all in this. However, as long as you maintain your discipline and show up to work each day, everything else should fall into place.
Jerod Mayo, the head coach of the Patriots, has stated that he hopes to reach an agreement to keep Stevenson in New England after this season.
Regarding Stevenson, Mayo remarked, “I think he’s one of the better backs in the league, without a doubt.” “I’m thrilled.”
Mayo expressed his high regard for Stevenson, affirming him as one of the top running backs in the league. He eagerly anticipates Stevenson’s performance in the upcoming season, acknowledging his hard-earned status as the team’s starting running back.
Additionally, Stevenson, aged 26, was drafted by the Patriots in the fourth round of the 2021 NFL Draft from Oklahoma.
He is currently in the last year of his rookie contract, which was a four-year deal worth $4,229,057, featuring a $749,057 signing bonus. In the 2023 season, Stevenson played in 12 games, accumulating 156 rush attempts for 619 yards at an average of 4.0 yards per carry, with four touchdowns. He also caught 38 passes out of 51 targets, totaling 238 yards.
