Russell Okung to Broncos: Latest Contract Details, Comments and Reaction

March 17, 2016   ·   Adam Wells   ·   Jump to comments

After six seasons with the Seattle Seahawks, offensive tackle Russell Okung will suit up for the Denver Broncos in 2016. The Broncos announced the signing Thursday.
Okung previously confirmed the news to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network. The deal is for five years and $10.6 million per season, according to Josina Anderson of ESPN.com. 
Jason La Canfora of CBSSports.com reported that Okung's contract "is essentially [two] contracts in one," as he will receive $5 million in guarantees next season with an opportunity to earn $8 million in incentives. The contract could be worth up to $10.6 million per season if Okung is healthy and produces, per La Canfora.
La Canfora also noted that Denver can opt to pick up the option for a four-year deal after the season. It would span from 2017 to 2020 and be worth $12 million per year with $20.5 million in guarantees.
"I got a really good understanding for what the zone scheme is. ... Whatever they ask me to do,...

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