The request came immediately upon entering the 12,000-square foot home of the Washington Redskins cornerback tasked with defending elite receivers like Odell Beckham Jr. — even if Beckham is no longer in the NFC East.



Josh Norman asked his guest to cover his shoes.



The passionate cornerback who burns for playoff appearances and connects in his core with the ethos of the Batman character purchased his own, albeit smaller Wayne Manor after signing with the Redskins in 2016.



His Colonial-style home, nestled on an 18-acre lot located about 20 minutes from his place of work, hardly required a rebuild. Norman sought changes regardless. Unlike with his role with the Redskins, his voice is the only one that matters.



He had his signature “JNO24” logo etched into the granite portion of the lengthy driveway parked in front of the main door. More practical choices occurred inside. On the main level with the open floor plan, Norman placed the...