Aug 29 in Jets History: 2 All Pros Get Paid
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Post by Lithfan on Aug 29, 2015 6:50:46 GMT -5
August 29, 2002
Curtis Martin signs a contract extension.
The extension was a 5 year deal deal worth $30 million and $18.4 million in guarantees, with a team option for an additional 3 years at $16 million. Martin's comments at the time as reported in the NY Times, 'They constantly say, 'Curtis, we're glad to do this,' '' Martin said. ''That gives me such a great feeling. They seem to be happier than I am. They say I deserve it. It humbles me...People say good guys never win,'' he would go on to say. ''I'm from the belief that's not true. I really believe to whom much is given, much is required. This is a huge responsibility.''
Curtis Martin was always a class act. He would lead the league in rushing for the Jets in the 2004 season with nearly 1,700 yards and is a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. He would retire after the 2005 season and is currently the 4th leading All Time rusher in NFL history. Contrast him with the other guy to get paid on this date, albeit with a franchise tender, rather than a long term deal.
Curtis Martin signs a contract extension.
The extension was a 5 year deal deal worth $30 million and $18.4 million in guarantees, with a team option for an additional 3 years at $16 million. Martin's comments at the time as reported in the NY Times, 'They constantly say, 'Curtis, we're glad to do this,' '' Martin said. ''That gives me such a great feeling. They seem to be happier than I am. They say I deserve it. It humbles me...People say good guys never win,'' he would go on to say. ''I'm from the belief that's not true. I really believe to whom much is given, much is required. This is a huge responsibility.''
Curtis Martin was always a class act. He would lead the league in rushing for the Jets in the 2004 season with nearly 1,700 yards and is a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. He would retire after the 2005 season and is currently the 4th leading All Time rusher in NFL history. Contrast him with the other guy to get paid on this date, albeit with a franchise tender, rather than a long term deal.
