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NFL Contract Terms

Understand NFL contract structures, signing bonuses, guarantees, incentives, and void years.

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Overview

NFL contracts are complex documents with various components including base salary, signing bonuses, incentives, and guarantees. Mastering contract structure is fundamental to representing players effectively.

Key Points to Know

  • Signing bonuses are prorated over the contract length (max 5 years)
  • Fully guaranteed money is paid regardless of performance or injury
  • LTBE (Likely To Be Earned) incentives count against current year cap
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NLTBE (Not Likely To Be Earned) incentives count against next year if earned
  • Void years can spread bonus cap hits but add dead money

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    • Practice calculating cap hits for different contract structures
    • Know the difference between roster bonus and signing bonus treatment

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    NFL contracts
    signing bonus
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