Eagles give Weaver three-year pact

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03/05/2010 - Philadelphia, PA (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Philadelphia Eagles have agreed to terms with fullback Leonard Weaver on a three-year contract.

Terms were not disclosed by the club, but the Philadelphia Daily News reported it to be worth $11 million, with $6.5 million guaranteed and additional incentives worth another $700,000. If that is the case, it will make Weaver the highest-paid fullback in the NFL.

The 27-year-old posted career highs with 323 yards and two touchdowns on 70 carries, along with 15 receptions for 140 yards and two scores in 16 games for the Eagles in 2009, his first season with the club.

In four pro seasons, including three with Seattle, Weaver has compiled 679 rushing yards and three TDs on 150 carries and 75 receptions for 687 yards and four scores.

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