Everyone knows that Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson will be one of the hotter names in this year’s head coaching carousel. Apparently, Ben Johnson knows this, as well, because according to a report from NFL insider Josina Anderson, Johnson is seeking a ridiculous contract for a first-time head coach.
Per Anderson, Johnson is seeking a $15 million-a-year contract.
While coaching contracts aren’t made public like player contracts are, a $15 million would immediately put Johnson among the top three earners in the NFL. Per Pro Football Network, Bill Belichick is making $20 million a year, Sean Payton is making around $18 million a year, and Pete Carroll is at $15 million a year.