The Green Bay Packers have secured one of their most important defensive building blocks for the foreseeable future, agreeing to a three-year, $57 million contract extension with defensive tackle Devonte Wyatt. The new deal, which includes a $20 million signing bonus, elevates Wyatt into the upper echelon of NFL interior defensive linemen.
With an average annual value (AAV) of $19 million, Wyatt now ranks among the 15 highest-paid defensive tackles in the NFL, a testament to his development since being selected by Green Bay in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft.
Highest-Paid NFL Defensive Tackles (2026)
Based on average annual salary (AAV), here are the highest-paid defensive tackles in the league following Wyatt’s extension:
| Rank | Player | Team | Average Annual Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chris Jones | Kansas City Chiefs | $31.75 million |
| 2 | Christian Wilkins | Las Vegas Raiders | $27.50 million |
| 3 | Nnamdi Madubuike | Baltimore Ravens | $24.50 million |
| 4 | Derrick Brown | Carolina Panthers | $24.00 million |
| 5 | Alim McNeill | Detroit Lions | $24.00 million |
| 6 | Quinnen Williams | New York Jets | $24.00 million |
| 7 | Jeffery Simmons | Tennessee Titans | $23.50 million |
| 8 | Dexter Lawrence | New York Giants | $22.50 million |
| 9 | Daron Payne | Washington Commanders | $22.50 million |
| 10 | Leonard Williams | Seattle Seahawks | $21.50 million |
| 11 | Javon Hargrave | Minnesota Vikings | $21.00 million |
| 12 | John Franklin-Myers | Tennessee Titans | $21.00 million |
| 13 | Kenny Clark | Green Bay Packers | $20.00 million |
| 14 | DeForest Buckner | Indianapolis Colts | $20.00 million |
| 15 | Devonte Wyatt | Green Bay Packers | $19.00 million |
Devonte Wyatt’s New Contract Details
- Team: Green Bay Packers
- Contract: 3 years
- Total Value: $57 million
- Average Annual Value (AAV): $19 million
- Signing Bonus: $20 million
The extension rewards Wyatt after his most productive stretch as a professional. Before suffering a fractured fibula late in the 2025 season, the former Georgia Bulldogs standout was emerging as one of Green Bay’s most disruptive interior defenders, combining pass-rushing ability with stout run defense.
Packers Continue Investing in Their Defensive Front
Wyatt now joins teammate Kenny Clark among the NFL’s highest-paid defensive tackles, giving the Packers one of the league’s most expensive and talented interior defensive line duos.
Green Bay’s investment reflects the growing importance of dominant interior pass rushers in today’s NFL, where disrupting opposing quarterbacks from the middle of the pocket has become just as valuable as edge pressure.
Georgia Bulldogs Continue Producing NFL Stars
Wyatt’s extension is another example of the remarkable NFL success enjoyed by members of Georgia’s historic 2021 national championship defense. Several former Bulldogs have signed lucrative contract extensions over the past two offseasons, reinforcing the program’s reputation as one of college football’s premier pipelines for NFL defensive talent.
What Wyatt’s Ranking Means
While Wyatt’s $19 million annual salary places him outside the elite $20 million-plus club occupied by players like Chris Jones, Christian Wilkins, Nnamdi Madubuike, Derrick Brown, Quinnen Williams, and Dexter Lawrence, it firmly establishes him as one of the league’s premier interior defensive linemen.
If Wyatt continues the upward trajectory he displayed before his injury, he could position himself for another major payday later in his career as the defensive tackle market continues to rise.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Devonte Wyatt’s new contract worth?
Devonte Wyatt signed a three-year, $57 million extension with the Green Bay Packers, including a $20 million signing bonus.
How much does Devonte Wyatt make per year?
Wyatt’s contract carries an average annual value of $19 million.
Where does Devonte Wyatt rank among NFL defensive tackles?
Following his extension, Wyatt ranks 15th among the NFL’s highest-paid defensive tackles by average annual salary.
Who is the highest-paid defensive tackle in the NFL?
Kansas City Chiefs star Chris Jones remains the NFL’s highest-paid defensive tackle, earning $31.75 million per season.