The Green Bay Packers may have dipped into free agency this offseason, but don’t get it twisted. They have a long history of paying their own. Countless stars who have been drafted by the Packers over the years received a second or even third contract with the team.

It happened again today.

Packers sign core player to big money deal, but it’s not Jordan Love

The Green Bay Packers Commit To Three Year, $64 Million Deal

Kenny Clark made the switch from nose tackle to defensive end last season and had a stellar performance. In 2023, Clark recorded 7.5 sacks, ranking third on the team. Additionally, he led the Packers with nine tackles for loss.

Clark’s impact extended beyond these stats. He registered 16 quarterback hits, forced two fumbles, and defended three passes. League data highlights that Green Bay’s run defense improved by 0.18 yards per play when Clark was on the field, and its pass defense improved by 0.51 yards per play.

Packers Pro-Bowl nose tackle Kenny Clark signed a three-year, $64 million extension today with Green Bay, per sources. The deal was negotiated by @Wasserman agents @DHendrickson41 and @CJLaBoy and pays Clark $29 million in 2024 and could bring his career earnings to over $150… pic.twitter.com/VRaD04VxYm

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) July 21, 2024

His exceptional season culminated in joining Henry Jordan (1960-61, 1963, 1966) as one of only two Packers defensive tackles to make three or more Pro Bowls. Reflecting on his 2023 season, Clark said, “As far as myself? It’s definitely right at the top. Just proud about how I played, how I led this team, and just looking forward into the future, knowing that we’ve got something good, knowing that I’ve got something to build up off of. Excited about what we could do.”

This contract extension is significant for the defense and the longevity of the Packers’ defensive line.