Calais Campbell’s Deal With Cardinals Is Worth $55 Million

Jason La Canfora reported that the deal will be worth $55 million, but the contract is front-loaded, with $36 million of that contract coming in the first three years.

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Campbell had a career-high eight sacks in 2011, his fourth season in the league since joining Arizona from the University of Miami, where he was a highly-touted prospect but failed to reach his potential. He’s an extremely tall rush end, fitting perfectly in the 3-4 scheme the Cardinals utilize on defense.

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