Julian Edelman, Patriots Reportedly on Verge of Contract Extension

The New England Patriots are reportedly on the verge of locking up wide receiver Julian Edelman long term with a new contract.  

NFL Network's Mike Garafolo reported Edelman's extension "should be completed in the next day or so."

The 31-year-old wideout is entering the final season of a four-year deal he signed in 2014. He will make $3 million in base salary in 2017, per Spotrac. 

Edelman has spent his entire NFL career with the Patriots since they used a seventh-round draft pick on him in 2009. He's been one of quarterback Tom Brady's favorite targets over the last four seasons, recording at least 92 receptions three times during that span. 

A two-time Super Bowl champion, Edelman was fantastic for New England during the 2016 postseason. He averaged seven receptions and 114 yards in three games, including five catches for 87 yards during the Patriots' historic comeback against the Atlanta Falcons in Super Bowl 51.