Deshaun Watson Contract
Deshaun Watson signed a 5 Years, $230,000,000 contract with the Cleveland Browns on March 18, 2022. The contract runs through the 2026 season and has an average annual value of $46,000,000. It also came with a $44,965,000 signing bonus and $230,000,000 guaranteed. Watson was represented by David Mulugheta (Athletes First) in negotiations.
5 yr(s) / $230,000,000
Overall Contract Terms
$230,000,000.00
Total Guaranteed Money
$44,965,000.00
Signing Bonus
2027
Expiration Year
Salary Cap Details
Year | Base Salary | Cap Hit | Cap % |
---|---|---|---|
2022 | $402,500 | $9,395,500 | 4.51% |
2023 | $1,080,000 | $19,057,000 | 8.48% |
2024 | $46,000,000 | $63,977,000 | 25.05% |
2025 | $46,000,000 | $63,977,000 | 24.14% |
2026 | $46,000,000 | $63,977,000 | 22.53% |
2027 | - | $8,984,000 | 2.86% |
Contract Details
- Void Year in 2027
- Signing Bonuses and Future Guarantees will not be voided in event of suspension