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Patriots and Romeo Doubs Reach $48M Deal with Incentives
The former Packers receiver will have a chance to earn up to $20 million per year in New England.
Mar. 19, 2026 at 2:35pm
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The New England Patriots have signed former Green Bay Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs to a four-year, $68 million contract, with $35 million fully guaranteed. While Doubs and his camp initially pushed for a $20 million per year deal, the two sides compromised by including incentives that could max out the contract at $80 million if Doubs evolves into a true No. 1 receiver and stays healthy.
Why it matters
The Patriots are looking to rebuild their receiving corps after releasing Stefon Diggs, and Doubs is expected to be a focal point of their offense. The incentive-laden contract gives Doubs a chance to earn the high-end salary he was seeking while also providing value and flexibility for the Patriots.
The details
Doubs' contract with the Patriots includes $35 million in fully guaranteed money over the first two years. The deal also has an incentive package that could max out at $3 million per year, meaning the total value of the contract could reach $80 million if Doubs meets certain performance thresholds, such as becoming a true No. 1 receiver and staying healthy.
- Doubs signed the four-year contract with the Patriots on March 19, 2026.
The players
Romeo Doubs
A former wide receiver for the Green Bay Packers who has now signed a lucrative deal with the New England Patriots.
Albert Breer
A senior NFL reporter for Sports Illustrated who provided insight into the contract negotiations between Doubs and the Patriots.
What they’re saying
“Romeo Doubs's contract in New England is another example of a player reaching a compromise by taking less, but with a shot to reach the target his camp set for him.”
— Albert Breer, Senior NFL Reporter
What’s next
The Patriots will look to integrate Doubs into their offense and see if he can reach the incentive thresholds in his contract to maximize the value of the deal.
The takeaway
This contract represents a creative compromise between the Patriots and Doubs, allowing the player to potentially earn a top-tier salary while also providing the team with flexibility and value. It's an example of how modern NFL contracts can be structured to benefit both sides.
