Cowboys safety Malik Hooker is generally considered one of the true unsung heroes of the Dallas defense.
Just this week, defensive coordinator Dan Quinn called the 15th player taken in 2017’s draft one of the most improved players in his unit for 2023.
And back in May, PFF named Hooker the most underrated player on the entire roster.
Hooker is signing a three-year extension worth up to $24 million,
according to a report from NFL insider Adam Schefter on Friday afternoon.
The finalized deal is not yet complete, says Michael Gehlken of the Dallas Morning News, but “that could change soon.”
Cowboys’ safety Malik Hooker is signing a three-year contract extension worth up to $24 million,
that includes an $8 million signing bonus paid in the next next 15 days and $16.5 million guaranteed. The deal ties him to the team through the 2026 season.
The 27-year-old Ohio State product played the second-most snaps of his career last season and logged personal bests in interceptions and tackles.
The 27-year-old Ohio State product played the second-most snaps of his career last season and logged personal bests in interceptions and tackles.