Trey McBride Makes a Huge Announcement After a Shut Down.
Trey McBride Makes a Huge Announcement After a Shut Down. Trey McBride made NFL history on Thursday by becoming the highest-paid tight end ever, signing a lucrative four-year contract extension with the Arizona Cardinals valued at $76 million. This new deal gives McBride an average annual salary of $19 million, surpassing the previous benchmarks set by fellow tight end stars Travis Kelce and George Kittle. Kelce’s deal averages $17.25 million per year, while Kittle’s contract holds a total value of $75 million — both now eclipsed by McBride’s groundbreaking extension.
Despite the massive financial recognition, McBride has remained grounded and focused. Speaking to reporters on Friday, the 25-year-old emphasized that he doesn’t feel any added pressure from his new contract. “No pressure at all,” he said. “I had no pressure on my rookie deal, and I don’t expect any now. I’m going to keep doing what I’ve always done—put in the work and let everything else fall into place. If you do things the right way and give it your all, good things will follow.”
McBride also expressed deep appreciation for the opportunity and recognition, especially given his small-town roots in Fort Morgan, Colorado. “To be the highest-paid tight end from Fort Morgan, I mean, gosh, it’s such an honor,” he said. “It’s incredible, truly special. If you had told me this would happen, I wouldn’t have believed you. It’s the result of years of hard work, grit, and perseverance. But I’m not stopping here—I’m motivated to keep improving and pushing myself further.”
The extension comes after McBride delivered the best season of his young career, hauling in 111 receptions for 1,146 yards and two touchdowns. With this long-term deal secured, he’s poised to be a cornerstone of the Cardinals’ offense for years to come. His standout performance last season and continued growth signal that this investment may pay major dividends for Arizona moving forward.
