“Why are the Bills overpaying backs?” – Taron Johnson’s three-year $31 million extension with Buffalo leaves fans confused about the team’s bizarre free agency strategy

Johnson is now the highest paid nickel corner in the NFL.

“Why are the Bills overpaying backs?” – Taron Johnson’s three-year $31 million extension with Buffalo leaves fans confused about the team’s bizarre free agency strategy

Taron Johnson (Via Imago)

The Buffalo Bills have extended cornerback Taron Johnson to a three-year deal worth $31 million. This contract makes him the highest-paid nickel corner in the league and locks him in with the team through 2027. It has been a good offseason for nickel corners as Kenny Moore II signed a lucrative $30 million deal as well with the Indianapolis Colts last week.

However, the team’s decision to extend corners rather than focus on improving their offense has fans a bit confused. Johnson had one-year left on his contract before the extension. He took up $12.41 million of the team’s cap space. The Buffalo Bills are prioritizing the retention of players the team had originally drafted.

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A fourth-round pick in the 2018 draft, Johnson made the Second Team All-Pro last season. He finished the year with three forced fumbles and 98 tackles. The CB has the most quarterback pressures in the NFL at 23. His consistency combined with his ability to show up when the team needs him the most has been one of the biggest reasons the Bills have decided to retain him.

Taron Johnson’s contract leaves fans confused on social media

The Bills have parted ways with defensive backs like Tre’Davious White and safety Jordan Poyer. The team brought back left tackle Dion Dawkins, linebacker Matt Milano, and defensive tackle Ed Oliver. The Bills want to better themselves on defense.

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Taron Johnson (Via Imago)

However, football fans were unable to comprehend Taron Johnson’s extension amount. Here’s how fans reacted to Johnson’s contract signing:

The Buffalo Bills will look to upgrade their offense via the NFL Draft. The team signed wide receiver Curtis Samuel, Mack Hollins, and running back Ty Johnson to solidify the offense. The Taron Johnson contract will result in them not having to worry about the nickel position for the foreseeable future.

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