Browns Make Cornerback Highest Paid Defensive Back in NFL
Summary
The Cleveland Browns signed cornerback Denzel Ward to a new two-year contract worth $62.2 million, making him the highest-paid defensive back in the NFL. Ward has been a top player since being drafted in 2018 and has made five Pro Bowls.Key Facts
- Denzel Ward's new contract is for two years and $62.2 million, with $52.3 million guaranteed.
- This deal makes Ward the highest-paid defensive back in NFL history by average salary.
- Ward's yearly salary of $31.1 million slightly exceeds Los Angeles Rams cornerback Trent McDuffie's $31 million per year.
- Ward played college football at Ohio State and was a first-round draft pick (4th overall) in 2018.
- He has played his entire NFL career with the Cleveland Browns and made five Pro Bowls.
- Ward has 18 career interceptions and four defensive touchdowns.
- The Browns recently traded star player Myles Garrett but hope to rely on Ward's leadership and performance.
- Ward expressed his desire to stay with the Browns after the trade and is focused on helping the team win.
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