Colin Kaepernick is the New $100M Man

04 Jun, 2014

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick received a new six-year contract extension Wednesday that keeps him with the franchise through the 2020 season.

The sides had made it a top priority to get a deal done before the start of training camp for one of the NFL’s best young quarterbacks. ESPN reported the deal is worth more than $110 million.

Kaepernick, whose quick ascent to the ranks of the NFL’s elite playcallers has earned him rock star status, had been due to make less than $1 million this season.

Colin’s hard work and dedication have played an integral role in the recent success of the 49ers organization,” 49ers general manager Trent Baalke said in a statement. “His work ethic, leadership and on-field production have positively influenced our team, and we look forward to his continued growth in all areas. Our organization always looks to reward our players for their contributions and commitment to the team.”

A second-round draft pick out of Nevada in 2011, Kaepernick has thrived under former NFL quarterback Jim Harbaugh – and the coach has said how much he wants the mobile, strong-armed QB around for the long haul.

Kaepernick has completed 382 of 639 passes for 5,046 yards and 31 touchdowns. He also has started all six postseason games in which he has appeared, earning four wins and passing for 1,374 yards and seven touchdowns.

AP

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