Orton receives 1-year extension
By Bob LeGere | Daily Herald Staff Contact writer Published: 2/26/2008 12:27
Kyle Orton, who will compete for the Bears' starting quarterback job on equal footing with Rex Grossman this season, agreed to terms on a one-year extension Monday that will keep him under contract through the 2009 season.
Orton, a fourth-round pick in 2005, has a 2008 base salary of $520,000, the last year on his original deal.
He has started 18 games in three seasons, with a 12-6 record, including 10-5 as a rookie, when he was pressed into service after Grossman was injured and Chad Hutchinson bombed as the starter in preseason.
Orton has completed 233 of 448 passing attempts for 2,347 yards, 12 touchdowns and 15 interceptions for a 62.2 passer rating.
He started the final three games last season after two years on the sidelines and completed 43 of 80 passing for 478 yards with 3 touchdowns, 2 interceptions and a 73.9 passer rating while leading the Bears to 2 victories.
"Kyle did some good things at the end," general manager Jerry Angelo said. "I think he deserves the right to compete at the position."
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Orton receives 1-year extension
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