Browns safety Ronnie Hickman Jr. signs contract tender for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 11:29 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Cleveland Browns safety Ronnie Hickman Jr. has signed his restricted free agent tender, resolving his contract issue. He is set to earn $3.52 million this season after starting for the Browns in 26 games over three years. Hickman joins rookie wide receiver KC Concepcion as the only player with an outstanding contract obligation ahead of training camp. The Browns can now focus on preparing for the upcoming season and finalizing their roster.
- •Hickman signed his restricted free agent tender on June 11, 2026.
- •He has started 26 games and recorded three interceptions in his career.
- •Hickman's earnings increase significantly from his undrafted salary.
- •He played a key role in securing a playoff spot for the Browns in 2023.
- •The Browns will now concentrate on training camp preparations.
- 11:29 PMYahoo Sports — Browns strike deal with lone player with unresolved contract issue
"Resolving his tender issue, Browns safety has signed his restricted free agent tender and is set to make $3.5 million this season
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