Cornerback Josh Norman’s stunning adventure into free agency has come to an end, as the All-Pro defensive back
has agreed to terms with the Washington Redskins, the organization announced.
The news was previously reported by NFL Network’s Rand Getlin and Ian Rapoport on Friday.
According to Rapoport, the contract is for $75 million over five years, with $50 million guaranteed. However, Albert
Breer of the NFL Network stated that $36.5 million is fully guaranteed. Breer said on Saturday that Norman will
receive $500,000 in per-game roster incentives in 2017, with the last of his $13.5 million injury guarantee expiring
in March 2018.
According to Michael Ginnitti of Spotrac, Norman’s contract carries a $8 million cap charge next season, $20 million
in 2017, and $17 million in 2018.
According to Joseph Person of the Charlotte Observer, the Carolina Panthers made Norman a four-year offer of $44
million.
Norman discussed his decision following the signing, according to Stephen Czarda of Redskins.com:
Grutman Sports & Entertainment shared a video of Norman and his family celebrating the new deal:
The Redskins’ official Twitter account shared a photo of Norman writing on paper:
