The Great Eric Berry Debate: How much does the Chiefs safety deserve?

By Matt Conner | Feb 23, 2017

Jan 15, 2017; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs strong safety Eric Berry (29) reacts to a play during the first half in the AFC Divisional playoff game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Arrowhead Stadium. The Steelers won 18-16. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports /

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Jan 15, 2017; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs strong safety Eric Berry (29) kneels on the field before the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the AFC Divisional playoff game at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports /

Question #4: What is your final prediction for a long-term deal for Berry?

Matt: Here’s my final prediction: Eric Berry signs a 5-year, $57.5 million deal with $32 million guaranteed.

Britt: Ouch, if that’s his number, then I hope it’s someone else. I think you are right about what he wants though, Matt. I think that’s what he gets somewhere else.

Matt: Personally I think anything below Tyrann Mathieu [5-year, $62.5 million] is a win.

Lyle: I would have said 5-year, $55 million with $30M guaranteed, so we’re pretty close. I’d be okay with that deal too, just not much higher.

Britt: I’d go 5-year $60 million with $30 guaranteed as well. That $60M just sounds good as a new plateau if he gets in a bidding war.

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