Just over two weeks ago, the Miami Dolphins gave cornerback Xavien Howard a contract extension that gave him a $25.35 million average annual salary.
The team, fans and the player were extremely happy with the deal.
Then Monday, the Cleveland Browns opted to give cornerback Denzel Ward a five-year extension that was reportedly worth $100.5 million with $71.25 million guaranteed. This contract made Ward the highest-paid cornerback in league history.