Flacco is highest-paid player in NFL history

March, 1, 2013
Mar 1
7:54
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By Jamison Hensley | ESPN.com

 
Joe Flacco agreed to a six-year contract in excess of $120 million that makes him the highest-paid player in NFL history, according to ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter.

Flacco's deal surpasses the one signed by Saints quarterback Drew Brees, who reached a five-year, $100 million contract last July.

More thoughts on this record-setting contract to follow.

Jamison Hensley

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  • ESPN AFC North Blogger
  • A University of Maryland graduate
  • Lives in the Baltimore area with his wife
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Hensley joined ESPN.com in 2011 after covering the Ravens for The Baltimore Sun for 11 years. A graduate of the University of Maryland, he lives in the Baltimore area with his wife and son.

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