Derwin James Contract

Last Modified Dec 15, 2022 08:54 GMT

Derwin Alonzo James Jr. is an American football strong safety for the Los Angeles Chargers of the National Football League(NFL). He played college football at Florida State. He was drafted by the Chargers in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft. James made first team All-Pro as a rookie in 2018 and has also been to two Pro Bowls in his young career,one in 2018 and the other selection coming in 2021.

Derwin James Contract Breakdown

YearBase SalaryProrated BonusRoster BonusGuaranteed SalaryCap Number
2022$4,052,000$4,106,494$0$4,052,000$8,158,494
2023$2,000,000$7,106,494$0$2,000,000$9,106,494
2024$12,750,000$7,106,494$0$0$19,856,494
2025$13,750,000$7,106,494$3,000,000$0$23,856,494
2026$14,500,000$7,106,495$3,000,000$0$24,606,494

How much is Derwin James getting paid?

James signed a contract extension worth $76.532 million with the Chargers on 17th August, 2022.

He signed a four year contract with the Los Angeles Chargers worth $12,388,952 on June 1, 2018.

How much does Derwin James make in a minute?

In 2022, every minute that James takes the field, he earns about $24,000.

What are the terms of Derwin James’ Contract?

Derwin James signed a 4 year, $76,532,000 contract with the Los Angeles Chargers, including a $20,532,000 signing bonus, $42,000,000 guaranteed, and an average annual salary of $19,133,000. In 2022, James will earn a base salary of $4,052,000 and a signing bonus of $20,532,000, while carrying a cap hit of $8,158,400 and a dead cap value of $38,584,000.

How much of Derwin James’ Contract is guaranteed?

Out of the $76.532 million that he signed into, $42 million is guaranteed, along with a $20.532 million signing bonus.

Derwin James Contract History

Derwin James signed a 4 year contract with the Los Angeles Chargers worth $12,388,952 on the 1st of June, 2018, right after being drafted by them with the 17th overall pick. He went on to sign a contract extension with the Chargers worth $76.4 million spread over 4 years.

FAQs

Ans. $19,133,000

Ans. With his impeccable record, and two Pro Bowl selections in 4 years, James has etched his name as one of the better safety’s in the league.

Ans. Derwin is the second cousin of Edgerrin James.

Ans. Aaron Donald

Ans. Derwin James became the highest paid safety in NFL history this year.

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