As you certainly heard by now, the Detroit Lions have signed former Philadelphia Eagles DB C.J. Gardner-Johnson to a contract for the upcoming 2023 season. The contract details for Gardner-Johnson’s contract have been revealed, and according to Over The Cap, his deal with the Lions is for 1-year with a salary cap hit of $4.5 million in 2023. As you can see below, the deal also includes a voided year in 2024 with a $2 million cap hit due to a prorated bonus. All $6.5 million of the contract is fully guaranteed.
Key Points
- The Detroit Lions have signed former Philadelphia Eagles DB C.J. Gardner-Johnson to a 1-year contract for the 2023 season.
- According to Over The Cap, Gardner-Johnson’s contract has a salary cap hit of $4.5 million in 2023 and includes a voided year in 2024 with a $2 million cap hit.
- The entire $6.5 million of Gardner-Johnson’s contract is fully guaranteed.
Why it Matters for C.J Gardner-Johnson and the Detroit Lions
To bolster their revamped, youthful secondary, the Lions have signed DB C.J. Gardner-Johnson, who had a standout 2022 season, tying for the league lead with six interceptions. With projected starting cornerbacks Cam Sutton and Emmanuel Moseley also joining in free agency and returning safeties Kerby Joseph and Tracy Walker, Gardner-Johnson’s leadership and skills will be crucial to the Lions’ success in the upcoming season. Notably, Gardner-Johnson has expressed his belief that the Lions boast a stronger roster than the Philadelphia Eagles, who recently made it to the Super Bowl.
Bottom Line: Gardner-Johnson immediately improves the Lions secondary
The Lions have signed Gardner-Johnson to a 1-year contract worth $4.5 million with a fully guaranteed $6.5 million. Gardner-Johnson joins a revamped and youthful secondary that also includes Sutton and Moseley, and returning safeties Kerby Joseph and Tracy Walker. Gardner-Johnson’s leadership and talent, showcased by his six interceptions during the 2022 season, will be vital to the Lions’ success in the upcoming season. Additionally, Gardner-Johnson believes the Lions have a stronger roster than the Philadelphia Eagles, who recently made it to the Super Bowl.
