Dec 31, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Haason Reddick (7) looks on during the second quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

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Haason Reddick’s Revised Contract: Bonuses and Details Revealed After Jets Holdout

let’s break down what’s in it for both sides

After holding out for nearly half the season, Haason Reddick’s revised contract with the New York Jets is finally set. Reddick’s one-year deal reveals the risks he took sitting out—and the mountain he now faces to cash in on his performance-based incentives.

Here’s a breakdown of what the one-year deal offers:

What Haason Reddick Stands to Gain (and Lose)

Reddick’s new base salary has dropped significantly to $8.7 million after his seven-week absence, a stark contrast to the original $14.25 million he was set to earn this year.

Deal is now done, officially: Pro-Bowl edge rusher Haason Reddick signed his adjusted one-year deal this morning with the New York Jets, per Drew Rosenhaus and Ryan Matha. Reddick will make his Jets debut Sunday in New England. pic.twitter.com/kGuoklI9o6
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 26, 2024

The lost game checks and mounting fines for missed time carved into his salary, but his revised contract throws a lifeline with a series of high-stakes incentives:

Playing Time Bonus: Reddick can earn an additional $791,628 if he plays 40% of the Jets’ defensive snaps from Week 8 onward.
Sack Milestones: Sack incentives will see him pocket $500,000 each for reaching eight, nine, and 10 sacks, with a $550,000 bonus for hitting 12 sacks. So far, Reddick’s Week 8 return didn’t yield a sack, setting him up for an uphill battle.
Team Success Payouts: A Super Bowl win could secure him a hefty $2 million as long as he’s active on game day—a tough ask for a 2-6 Jets team languishing in the AFC East.
Existing Bonuses: His Pro Bowl, All-Pro, and 12-sack bonuses remain unchanged, each valued at $500,000, but reaching those benchmarks is no small feat.

The new setup gives Haason Reddick a potential upside of $6.3 million but without guarantees. His fines, which included $2.05 million for missing training camp and $2.375 million for preseason absences, add up to significant setbacks, putting him at a disadvantage heading into his critical nine-game stretch.

Reddick’s Holdout Turns into Jets’ Trade Leverage for Davante Adams

Haason Reddick’s holdout didn’t just impact him; it gave the Jets the financial flexibility to absorb wide receiver Davante Adams’ contract.

Acquired just two weeks ago from the Raiders, Adams’ base salary of $16.89 million and per-game bonuses were costly, yet the Jets’ saved funds from Reddick’s missed games covered the trade expense.

The Insiders on @NFLGameDay with @MikeGarafolo: Haason Reddick makes his debut and the $$ NYJ saved from his failed holdout allowed them to trade for Davante Adams; #Commanders optimistic about Jayden Daniels' status; #Cowboys K Brandon Aubrey got his kicks in despite Jury Duty. pic.twitter.com/jHbVoDxJGy
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) October 27, 2024

Adams’ debut with the Jets in Week 7 was similarly rocky, totaling just three catches on nine targets. But with Adams tied to New York for two more seasons and Reddick a free agent next year, the team is banking on their new additions turning the season around.

For Haason Reddick, the revised contract is a reminder of what his holdout cost him—not just financially but in missed playing time. He’ll need a standout nine-game stretch to make up for lost ground.

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