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Guaranteed Money

Definition and explanation for NFLPA exam preparation

Definition

Contract money that must be paid to the player regardless of whether they are released. Can be fully guaranteed or guaranteed for injury/skill.

Exam Tip

Understanding Guaranteed Money is essential for the NFLPA certification exam. This concept frequently appears in questions about contract terms and is often tested alongside related terms like Signing Bonus and Base Salary.

Related Terms

Signing Bonus

An upfront payment to a player that is prorated over the life of the contract (up to 5 years) for salary cap purposes.

Base Salary

The fixed amount a player earns during the season, paid weekly during the regular season. Counts fully against the cap.

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Signing BonusBase SalaryRoster BonusOption BonusLTBE Incentive (Likely To Be Earned)NLTBE Incentive (Not Likely To Be Earned)

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