Reports: Dolphins sign DT Zach Sieler to 3-year extension
The contract reportedly includes $44 million in guaranteed money.
Sieler, 29, is a seven-year NFL veteran who began his career with the Baltimore Ravens. He joined the Dolphins in 2019, and he had a breakout campaign in 2023, recording 10 sacks.
Last season, Sieler continued his high-level play, posting 55 combined tackles, 13 tackles for loss, 10 sacks and one forced fumble. Pro Football Focus gave him a 78.6 overall grade, ranking him 12th among 219 qualifying interior defenders.
Zieler is now set to become the highest-paid defensive player on the Dolphins and ninth-highest paid defensive tackle in the league by average annual value.
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