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Carter, 25, is one of the NFL's most highly-rated young defenders, having been selected to each of the last two Pro Bowls.

The Philadelphia Eagles just made Jalen Carter the top-paid defensive tackle in the NFL. Here's how the next four stack up.

Jalen Carter's four-year, $152 million extension makes him the highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history, surpassing Jeffery Simmons and Chris Jones.

The Philadelphia Eagles and Pro Bowl defensive tackle Jalen Carter agreed to a four-year, $152 million extension, Rosenhaus Sports said Tuesday.

Was giving Carter a record-breaking extension the right move for the Eagles? Our writers discuss.

The Eagles have made 25-year-old Jalen Carter the highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history.

Philadelphia has inked its star defensive lineman to a historic deal before the 2026 season.

Eagles, DT Jalen Carter agree to four-year, $152M extension  ESPN