Buffalo Bills Finalize Three-Year Deal for Sam Franklin

The Buffalo Bills have finalized a three-year, $6.49 million contract with safety Sam Franklin Jr. The deal includes a $1.25 million signing bonus and $2.53 million fully guaranteed. Structured to keep cap hits manageable, the contract includes a $1.74 million cap hit for 2026. Franklin, a valued special teams contributor, provides the Bills with depth and security, with the team protecting themselves via an injury guarantee on his 2027 salary.