Philadelphia, PA – May 15, 2025 – The Philadelphia Eagles have secured a key piece of their 2025 draft class, finalizing a deal with their first-round pick, Jihaad Campbell. According to KPRC2’s Aaron Wilson, the Eagles and Campbell agreed to a four-year rookie contract on Wednesday, marking a surprisingly modest deal for a player of his caliber.
The fully guaranteed contract is valued at $18.75 million, including a $10.5 million signing bonus, a figure notably lower than expected for a first-round selection. Campbell, a linebacker from Alabama, was selected 31st overall in the 2025 NFL Draft after the Eagles traded up with the Kansas City Chiefs to secure him.
#Eagles deal for first-round pick Jihaad Campbell: fully guaranteed $18.75 million, including $10.5 million signing bonus
— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) May 14, 2025
Campbell, 22, was projected as a mid-first-round talent due to his standout college career at Alabama, where he recorded 8.5 sacks, 151 tackles, and 3 forced fumbles over three seasons, earning First-Team All-SEC honors in 2024. His selection drew praise from fans and analysts, with many seeing him as a cornerstone for the Eagles’ defense following Brandon Graham’s retirement.
The modest contract value reflects the Eagles’ savvy cap management under GM Howie Roseman, who has a history of securing cost-effective deals. With a productive rookie minicamp already behind him, Campbell is poised to make an immediate impact alongside stars like Jalen Carter and Quinyon Mitchell, who combined for 7 interceptions in 2024.
Fans on X are buzzing about the deal, with one user posting, “Jihaad at $18.75M? Roseman’s a genius!” As the Philly Special Era continues its dominance post-Super Bowl LIX, Campbell’s addition strengthens a defense aiming for another championship run. With A.J. Brown and Jalen Hurts leading the offense, the Eagles are well-positioned to chase Super Bowl LX, and Campbell’s contract ensures they’ll have the cap space to keep building.
