Contract details released for Falcons DL Calais Campbell

The Atlanta Falcons agreed to terms with defensive lineman Calais Campbell on Wednesday, and they officially signed him to a one-year deal on Friday. Campbell, 36, is still a productive player and his contract would seem to indicate that he’ll be starting for the Falcons this season.

According to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, Campbell’s contract is worth $7 million fully guaranteed, and it can go up to $9 million based on incentives.

The #Falcons have now officially announced the signing of Pro Bowl DL Calais Campbell, giving him a 1-year deal worth a base salary of $7M fully guaranteed that can get to $9M with incentives, source said. A substantial investment at a key spot.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 31, 2023

Campbell’s 2023 salary makes him one of Atlanta’s 10 highest-paid players, but the team needed a veteran presence along the edge. Last season, Campbell finished with 5.5 sacks and 14 QB hits for the Baltimore Ravens.

Over his 15-year NFL career, Campbell has accumulated 99 sacks, 237 QB hits and 16 forced fumbles. The former second-round pick has made six Pro Bowls, with his last appearance coming in 2020.

Campbell’s contract will bring the team’s total salary cap space down to around $14 million.