A detailed examination of Dustin Hopkins’ deal with the Cleveland Browns.
Cleveland Browns kicker Dustin Hopkins was slated to enter the 2024 season on the final year of his current contract, but the Browns signed him to a three-year, $15.9 million agreement on Monday.
In 2023, Hopkins, 33, made game-winning field goals as time expired in a 33-31 away victory over the Baltimore Ravens in Week 10 and a 13-10 home victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 11. In his first season with the Browns, he was steady throughout, converting 33 of 36 – goal tries, including all eight from 50 yards or beyond.
Hopkins will start his second season in Cleveland and eleventh in the league, following stints in Washington (2015-2021) and the Chargers (2021-2022).
Details Of Extension
Hopkins’ agreement includes a $3.58 million signing bonus, as well as guaranteed seasons in 2024 and 2025, for a total of $8.36 million at signing.
3-year extension
2024 & 2025 guaranteed
Cash
2024 – $5,562,500 guaranteed
2025 – $2,800,000 guaranteed
2026 – $5,200,000
2027 – $5,400,000
The extension effectively compensated him $4.8 million to add another guaranteed contract year to his agreement. The third and fourth years offer team options.
He will collect $45,000 in per-game roster incentives, providing the Browns with some injury protection.
Three vacant years are added to the conclusion of the contract for pay purposes, and the contract’s structure releases $937,941 in cap space for 2024.
