Well, if he gets claimed, he is guaranteed a spot on that team. So worst case is he is on the Eagles practice squad.Originally Posted by THEsocalledfan
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Well, if he gets claimed, he is guaranteed a spot on that team. So worst case is he is on the Eagles practice squad.
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Solid point. And with injuries to any secondary guys, he could be like Marcus in getting a shot.
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NDSU should try to pick him up for next week's game.
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Bad news is the practice squad salary is about $6900 per week or $117,300 over 17 week season vs. $450,000 (NFL minimum for rookies) for being on 53-man roster.
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I know it's not easy work, but $117K over 17 weeks while having access to stay in shape and practice your trade and be close to another opportunity to move up is nothing to sneeze at either.
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No kidding. Just think how many players wish they had that opportunity.
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That's true. $117,300 for a 23 year old is what most working adults strive for their entire working lives... Problem is it's not big long term.
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Good money, big ups CJ
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117K is great work if you can get it. I think you can be on the PC for what 3 years? Plus you can work the other 35 weeks to pay the bills. He could parlay those 3 years and 300K in to a good future.
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Where the big benefits kick in is when you make 3 years. Pension for age 55. $201,453 annually at age 65 or $76,920 annually at age 55.
Then you get a decent sized annuity when you make 4 years that you can collect at 35. (or 5 years out of league) it's between 500k and 800k, not including interest
Unfortunately practice squad doesn't count. Need 3 games on IR, PUP, or active roster to count as a year. John Crockett now has 2 years being on the IR. Next year is huge for him and his long term financial earnings
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