Browns extend Denzel Ward with record two-year deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 1:16 AM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
On July 29, 2026, the Cleveland Browns announced they have signed cornerback Denzel Ward to a two-year, $62.2 million contract extension. This agreement makes Ward the highest-paid cornerback in the NFL, with an average of $31.1 million per season. Previously, Ward was under contract until 2027, but the extension guarantees his position on the team through 2029. As a five-time Pro Bowler, Ward recorded 39 tackles, nine passes defensed, and one interception last season. He expressed a desire to remain with the Browns despite recent roster changes, emphasizing his commitment to the team amidst ongoing transitions, including the recent trade of Myles Garrett.
- •Ward's extension runs through 2029, enhancing team stability.
- •He was the No. 4 overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft.
- •The Browns traded Myles Garrett prior to the extension announcement.
- •Ward aims to contribute to a competitive future for Cleveland.
- •His deal follows an earlier contract from 2022 making him the highest-paid cornerback.
- 1:16 AMYahoo Sports — Browns Strike Record-Setting Deal With Denzel Ward
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