Zach Wilson Contract and Salary Cap Details
Contract Details
Zach Wilson signed a 4-year, $35,150,681 contract with the New York Jets, including a $22,924,132 signing bonus, $35,150,681 guaranteed, and an average annual salary of $8,787,670.
The contract was fully guaranteed at signing, making Wilson one of the highest-paid rookie quarterbacks in NFL history.
Salary Cap Details
Wilson's contract has a cap hit of $8,787,670 in 2021, $8,937,670 in 2022, $9,087,670 in 2023, and $9,237,670 in 2024.
The Jets have a lot of salary cap space, so Wilson's contract is not a major concern for the team.
Bonuses
In addition to his signing bonus, Wilson is also eligible for the following bonuses:
- Roster bonus: $2,000,000
- Workout bonus: $1,000,000
- Performance bonus: $1,000,000
These bonuses are all prorated over the length of the contract.
Overall
Zach Wilson's contract is a major investment for the New York Jets. However, the Jets believe that Wilson has the potential to be a franchise quarterback. Only time will tell if Wilson can live up to the expectations.
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