How do extensions work?

[Essex Johnson]

(02-01-2023, 01:19 PM)CincyWestside Wrote: So as the whole Bengals fandom knows by this point, Burrow and Higgins need to be extended this offseason.

I was wondering how extensions work exactly. Don't they kick in after their current contracts?

If that is the case, then couldn't we "extend" our 2020 draft class picks but still live with their rookie contracts for another year? That could free up some space this offseason to bring back Bates or Pratt on a front-loaded contract for a year or two.

Im not sure about Higgins.. Burrow and Chase yes.. i don;t think we can pay #1 $$ for both.. and Higgins deserves #1 $$