He got paid after a breakout seasons, but Rashod Bateman thinks his new contract can also help change the “narrative” about wide receivers for the Baltimore Ravens. Bateman is set to earn $36.75 million from a “contract extension that includes $20 million guaranteed,” as reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter on Thursday, June 5.

Lamar Jackson and Odafe Oweh are among the players who could be next to land a contract extension after Rashod Bateman's huge payday.

This contract extension was less of a surprise to Rashod Bateman. The Baltimore Ravens gave out another deal to a key offensive player on Thursday, signing Bateman through 2029. The three-year, $36.75 million extension includes $20 million in guarantees,