Rams’ Todd Gurley Becomes NFL’s Highest-Paid Running Back With $60M, Four-Year Extension

The Rams have reportedly agreed to a four-year, $60 million contract extension with running back Todd Gurley; the deal includes $45 million guaranteed. Gurley is set to make a base salary of $2.3 million this upcoming season and $9.6 million in 2019, upon which the All-Pro running back will start this new deal. Last season, Gurley ran for 1,305 yards and a league-high 13 touchdowns in addition to catching 64 passes for 7888 yards and six scores. During his three-year career, Gurley has racked up 3,296 yards and 29 touchdowns on the ground while he has also made 128 receptions for 1,303 yards and six touchdowns. 

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