Houston Texans defensive end Antonio Smith is entering the
final year of his current contract with the team. For his part, he’s hoping it’s
not his final season in Houston, and he told Mark Berman of FOX 26 that the
Texans are open to signing him to a contract extension.
Texans Antonio Smith on heading into final year of contract:"I told them I wanted 2 be here & I wanted to spend the rest of my career here"
— Mark Berman (@MarkBermanFox26) May 30, 2013
Smith paired with J.J. Watt last season to wreak havoc on
opposing offensive lineman and quarterbacks. The 31-year-old finished the
season with seven sacks and two forced fumbles.
This season, Smith will earn $6 million and count $9.5
million against the salary cap. This cap hit could be reduced if he’s able to
work out an extension with Houston, something that would seem to benefit both
sides if they are interested in retaining him for at least one more season.
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