May 23, 2024; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze (15) warms up during organized team activities at Halas Hall Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports
Wide receiver Rome Odunze signed his four-year rookie contract with the Chicago Bears on Tuesday.
All contracts involving first-round selections include a fifth-year team option. He will receive approximately $22.7 million fully guaranteed and a $13.3 million signing bonus, per Spotrac.
Odunze was selected by the Bears with the ninth overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft out of Washington. He is set to join Keenan Allen and D.J. Moore atop Chicago’s wide receiver ranks.
Odunze, 22, recorded 92 receptions for 1,640 yards and 13 touchdowns in his final season with the Huskies. His yardage total led all FBS receivers and were the most in school history as Washington finished runner-up in the College Football Playoff after losing to Michigan in the national title game.
In four seasons at Washington, Odunze had 214 receptions for 3,272 yards and 24 touchdowns.
Wide receiver Rome Odunze has officially signed his four-year rookie contract with the Chicago Bears, solidifying his place in the NFL. The contract, which includes a fifth-year team option, will see Odunze receive approximately $22.7 million fully guaranteed along with a $13.3 million signing bonus, as reported by Spotrac.
Odunze, who was selected by the Bears with the ninth overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft out of Washington, is expected to make an immediate impact on Chicago’s wide receiver corps. He will be joining the likes of Keenan Allen and D.J. Moore as key targets for the Bears’ offense.
During his final season at Washington, Odunze put up impressive numbers, recording 92 receptions for 1,640 yards and 13 touchdowns. His standout performance not only led all FBS receivers in yardage but also set a new school record for Washington. Despite falling short in the College Football Playoff national title game against Michigan, Odunze’s contributions were instrumental in the Huskies’ success.
Throughout his four seasons at Washington, Odunze amassed a total of 214 receptions for 3,272 yards and 24 touchdowns, showcasing his talent and potential as a top-tier wide receiver in the NFL.
With his rookie contract now signed, Odunze is poised to make a significant impact for the Chicago Bears and continue to impress fans and teammates alike with his skills on the field. Keep an eye out for this rising star as he embarks on his professional football career.
