The Cincinnati Bengals on Monday made Andy Dalton one of the highest-paid quarterbacks in the league. According to multiple reports, the deal is worth up to $115 million and will prevent Dalton playing out the final year of his rookie contract. ''To get this opportunity to come to the city of Cincinnati, get drafted here and play for the Bengals and now sign this extension and be here for a long time, I'm just so blessed.'' Added Dalton: ''We're excited to know we're going to be here for a long time.'' Dalton has passed for more than 3,000 yards in each of his three seasons. He led the Bengals to an 11-5 record and AFC North title in 2013.
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