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Deadlines often spur action in the NFL, so this report from NFL Network’s Rand Getlin Wednesday night isn’t much of a surprise:

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Because general manager Dave Gettleman won’t negotiate during the season, it’s in both party’s best interests to get something finalized before Sunday’s kickoff in Jacksonville.

Seattle linebacker Bobby Wagner and Tampa Bay’s Lavonte David received new deals last month, but Kuechly’s should be the of the three. His extension is expected to be in the $11-$12 million per year range, which would make him the highest paid linebacker in NFL history.[vc_row_inner no_margin=”true” padding_top=”0px” padding_bottom=”0px” bg_video=”” class=”” style=””][vc_column_inner fade_animation_offset=”45px” width=”1/1″][vc_raw_html]

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