The contract that the Pittsburgh Steelers gave to defensive back Minkah Fitzpatrick, which at the time was the highest ever paid to an NFL safety, has already been eclipsed. The Los Angeles Chargers signed Derwin James to a four-year $76.5 million contract extension this week. The Steelers had inked Fitzpatrick for just over $73 million.
The Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James have agreed to a two-year $97 million contract extension. The deal will keep the 37-year old James under contract through the 2024-25 season.
Penske Racing has announced a multi-year contract extension for driver Ryan Blaney. He is the only driver without a victory this season still inside the 16 playoff drivers heading into the final two races of the regular race schedule. The Nascar Cup Series hits the road course at Watkins Glen this weekend.