Details Of The Contract

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Deshaun Watson Signs Record-Breaking $230 Million Contract with Browns

Details of the Contract

Deshaun Watson has signed a five-year, $230 million contract with the Cleveland Browns, making it the largest fully guaranteed contract in NFL history. The deal surpasses the previous record of $150 million held by Carson Wentz and Jared Goff, both of whom have unguaranteed money included in their contracts.

Financial Breakdown

Watson's contract averages $46 million per year, which places him among the highest-paid quarterbacks in the league. However, he is not the highest-paid overall, as Aaron Rodgers currently holds that distinction with an average annual salary of $50.3 million. Despite this, Watson's guaranteed money surpasses all other quarterbacks in the NFL.

Contract Structure

The contract is spread out over five years, with Watson receiving $44.965 million in each year. The deal also includes a signing bonus of $45 million, which is the largest ever given to an NFL player.

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