While GM Howie Roseman said the Eagles made a statement signing offensive tackle Jason Peters to a five-year, $51.3 million contract, don't expect re-signing elder statesmen to become a trend.

Peters, who got $19.5 million guaranteed,  is unique per Roseman.




At the same time Peters is happy enough with the pact that includes $41.3 million in new money that he wants to retire with the Eagles ... whenever that time comes.

Peters suspects he will leave with a legacy as he feels the Eagles under Chip Kelly are poised to take another major step in 2014.



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