Browns, Johnson agree on 3-year deal
CLEVELAND — Running back Duke Johnson has reached agreement with the Browns on a three-year, $15.6 million contract extension.
Johnson was Cleveland’s top playmaker last season when the club went 0-16. The 2015 third-round draft pick from Miami led the Browns with 74 catches and 693 yards receiving. He also rushed for 348 yards and scored four touchdowns.
The tough 5-foot-9, 210-pounder has at least 500 yards receiving in each of his first three seasons, joining Herschel Walker as the only players to do so.
The deal includes $7.7 million guaranteed and a $5 million signing bonus.
“I’m excited,” Johnson said. “It’s fun to see how this team is shaping out and I want to be a part of it.”
