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Marcus Cannon gets five-year contract extension from New England Patriots

By The Sports Xchange
New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick stands on the sidelines in the first half against the New York Jets in week 12 of the NFL at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on November 27, 2016. The Patriots defeated the Jets 22-17. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI
New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick stands on the sidelines in the first half against the New York Jets in week 12 of the NFL at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on November 27, 2016. The Patriots defeated the Jets 22-17. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo

The New England Patriots and offensive right tackle Marcus Cannon agreed on a five-year, $32 million contract extension, multiple outlets reported on Tuesday.

Cannon's deal includes $14.5 million in guaranteed money, according to the NFL Network.

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Cannon, 28, was a fifth-round pick in 2011 and is enjoying the best season of his career. He is in his first campaign as a full-time starter after Sebastian Vollmer (hip) was lost to injury.

Cannon was slated to be an unrestricted free agent following the season.

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