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D. Orlando Ledbetter and Steve Wyche, of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Detroit Lions OT Jeff Backus now holds the distinction of being the highest-paid offensive lineman to never made the Pro Bowl. Backus signed a six-year, $40 million contract Friday, July 14. The deal includes a $16 million signing bonus with $21 million due over the first three years, according to Backus' agent Pat Dye Jr.