Leonard Floyd Contract

Last Modified Apr 1, 2025 14:44 GMT
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Leonard Cornilus Floyd is an American football defensive end for the Atlanta Falcons in the NFL. The Chicago Bears drafted Floyd with the 9th pick in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft. The Bears advanced to the ninth overall pick by trading the Tampa Bay Buccaneers their fourth-round selection and the eleventh overall pick. Floyd recorded seven sacks, 33 tackles, and a forced fumble and was named to the PFWA All-Rookie Team. Floyd concluded the following season with 4.5 sacks and 34 tackles. In 2019, the Bears exercised the fifth-year option on Floyd’s contract. After spending 4 seasons in Chicago, Floyd landed in Los Angeles. Over three years with the Rams, Floyd totaled 30 sacks and 184 tackles and won Super Bowl LVI in 2022. His next two stops were Buffalo and San Francisco, where he spent 1 year each. Since the 2020 season, Floyd has been a consistent force getting after quarterbacks. Since the 2020 season, Floyd has not had a single season where he didn't eclipse the 8.5 sacks mark.

Floyd committed to playing collegiate football at the University of Georgia in 2013. In 13 games, Floyd totaled 55 tackles and 6.5 sacks in his first year as a Bulldog. His sophomore season saw Floyd record 55 tackles and six sacks. The following 2015 season, he had a total of 74 tackles. Floyd declared that he would forgo his senior season to enter the NFL draft of 2016. Before committing to collegiate football, Floyd played high school football at Dodge County High School.

Leonard Floyd Contract Breakdown

Leonard Floyd signed a one-year deal worth $10 million with the Atlanta Falcons on March 11, 2025, according to Spotrac.

ContractSigning BonusAverage SalaryGTD at SignTotal GTD
1 yr(s) / $10,000,000 $10,000,000$10,000,000$10,000,000

The details of the contract are provided below:

YearBase SalaryCap HitYearly Cash
2025$10,000,000$10,000,000$10,000,000

What are the terms of Leonard Floyd's contract?

Leonard’s deal guaranteed him the full $10 million at the time of signing (via Spotrac).

Leonard Floyd Salary

In 2025, Floyd’s base salary will be $10 million. The contract amounts for 2025 to carry a cap hit of $10 million. As per the terms of Leonard Floyd’s current contract, he has an average annual salary of $10 million (via Spotrac).

How much does Leonard Floyd make per minute?

If Leonard Floyd's contract worth $10 million over 1 year is broken down to a per-minute earning, then Floyd makes around $19 per minute.

How much of Leonard Floyd’s Contract is guaranteed?

Leonard Floyd’s deal guarantees him the full $10 million mentioned in his contract (via Spotrac).

Leonard Floyd's Career Earnings

As of April 2025, Leonard Floyd has amassed $77.9 million in his career (via Spotrac).

Leonard Floyd’s Contract History

San Francisco 49ers (2024-2025)

Floyd signed a two-year, $20,000,000 contract with the San Francisco 49ers, with an average annual salary of $10 million and a signing bonus of $10.79 million.

Buffalo Bills (2023-2023)

Floyd signed a one-year, $7,000,000 contract with the Buffalo Bills, with an average annual salary of $7,000,000.

Los Angeles Rams (2021-2024)

Floyd signed a four-year, $64,000,000 contract with the Los Angeles Rams, with a signing bonus of $14,000,000.

Los Angeles Rams (2020 - 2020)

Floyd signed a one-year, $10,000,000 contract with the Los Angeles Rams.

Chicago Bears (2016-2020)

Floyd signed a four-year, $15,782,861 rookie contract with the Chicago Bears, which included a signing bonus of $9,678,444.

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A. Leonard Floyd wears the number 56 for the San Francisco 49ers.  

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