PHOENIX -- The contract suggests he should be the best cornerback in the NFL, however, Josh Norman's play has not backed up that standing. But, Washington Redskins coach Jay Gruden says that doesn't mean the seven-year veteran corner should be ditched.
Norman will have a $14.5 million salary-cap hit, fifth highest among players at his position this season. For the previous two years, he had the highest number.
"To say he's performed as the best cornerback in the National Football League would be far-fetched," Gruden said. "But I will say this: I'm glad we got him.