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Hunter Henry Agrees to 2-Year Contract Extension with New England Patriots, Reports Say
The deal keeps one of Drake Maye’s top targets in New England after Henry posted a career-high 768 receiving yards and seven touchdowns in 2025.
- On Monday, the New England Patriots signed veteran tight end Hunter Henry to a two-year contract extension worth $16 million, with $14.5 million guaranteed and a $4.2 million signing bonus.
- Henry was entering the final year of his contract after recording a career-high 768 receiving yards in 2025 while serving as a key target for quarterback Drake Maye.
- Since entering the NFL in 2016, Henry has recorded 455 receptions for 5,295 yards and 47 touchdowns; head coach Mike Vrabel called him a "great leader for us" and "very consistent player."
- This extension stabilizes the tight end room after free agent Julian Hill tore his ACL in spring practices and will miss the 2026 season, allowing Henry to mentor younger players Eli Raridon and Tanner Arkin.
- With Henry secured, the Patriots will likely shift attention to unresolved contract negotiations with cornerback Christian Gonzalez, whom owner Robert Kraft offered to make the highest-paid player at his position.
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Hunter Henry signs contract extension with New England Patriots
Tight end Hunter Henry, one of quarterback Drake Maye's favorite targets, is staying in Foxborough for the next three seasons. He signed a contract extension with the New England Patriots on Monday.
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Patriots tight end Hunter Henry signs 2-year extension
Henry has developed a connection with quarterback Drake Maye, which is a reason he wanted to stay in New England.
·Lewiston, United States
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