Dolphins make Xavien Howard highest paid CB in NFL history

In a somewhat shocking move the Miami Dolphins have signed young cornerback Xavien Howard to a record-setting five-year, $76.5 million contract with $46 million in guarantees.

According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, this makes Howard the highest-paid cornerback in the history of the NFL.

Dolphins are signing CB Xavien Howard to a record five-year, $76.5 million extension that includes $46M guaranteed, making him the highest paid CB in the NFL, sources tell ESPN. It’s the largest extension for a CB. Since becoming a 2nd-round pick, Howard has gone to one Pro Bowl.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) May 9, 2019

Howard, 25, has been absolutely sensational over the past two seasons. This span has seen him record 25 passes defended and 11 interceptions en route to yielding a sub 75 passer rating in the process.

Howard’s average of $15.3 million ranks No. 1 among NFL cornerbacks ahead of Washington Redskins veteran Josh Norman. He’s also first in guarantees and total contract value.