Rams extend DE Quinn through 2019

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St. Louis, MO (SportsNetwork.com) – The St. Louis Rams have signed defensive end Robert Quinn to a four-year contract extension through the 2019 season.

The deal reportedly will pay Quinn $65.6 million, including $41.2 million guaranteed.

“This is an exciting day for the Rams,” head coach Jeff Fisher said on the team’s website. “I’m extremely happy for our organization as well as Robert and his family. I would like to thank Stan Kroenke for his support in making this happen. Robert’s commitment to hard work has made him one of the best defensive ends in the game, as both a pass rusher and a run defender. We’re thrilled that Robert will be a part of our defense for the long term.”

Quinn tallied a franchise record 19 sacks last season and was an All-Pro and Pro Bowl selection. He bested the team record of 17 set by Kevin Carter in the 1999 championship season. Additionally, he forced seven fumbles and recovered two — returning one for the first touchdown of his career.

The North Carolina product has 111 tackles and 34 1/2 sacks in 48 career games with the Rams.

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