There were reports going around this weekend that Philadelphia Eagles first round draft pick Jeremy Maclin had inked a six-year deal worth $23 million. Those rumors were quickly squashed. First of all, I don’t believe he would sign a six-year deal… five seems more like it. Second of all, $23 million is way too much for the 19th pick in the draft. In the 2008 NFL Draft, $23 million went to the 9th pick..

It’s nice to hear some contract talks going around, but with only 2 first round picks signed so far (Stafford and Sanchez) it could be into August before something is confirmed with Maclin. I hope he doesn’t hold out, but it is always a possibility.