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Cardinals' Johnson: $40M Mindset

Cardinals left tackle Paris Johnson says his mindset is to perform like a $40 million player, though current market for tackles tops at $30 million.

Cardinals left tackle Paris Johnson, recently signed through 2027, explained his "$40 million man" mindset isn't about the money but about measuring himself against elite players. "When I watch tape, when I go to practice and when I play in a game, my mindset is to be the $40 million man," Johnson said. michezonews.co.za

The current market for tackles is led by Commanders' Laremy Tunsil at just over $30 million annually. Johnson was asked about his ambitious comments during a PHNX Cardinals podcast appearance, clarifying he focuses on whether he'd pay himself $40 million based on his performance.