I am not a NFL contract expert, but here are some of my observations:
1 - The average is a "little" more than Joe Flacco. And for the average fan like you & me, "little" is a very relative term!! The article states:
"The $22 million per year average of the extension beats the $21.6 million that Joe Flacco received from the Baltimore Ravens earlier this offseason. The $62.5 million that Rodgers will receive over the all-important first three seasons of the deal also beats the deal signed by Flacco, who will earn $62 million over the next three seasons."
The article goes on:
"Multiple reports have Rodgers received $40 million in 2013, which would be equivalent to what New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees received in 2012"
So as of today, Aaron is the HIGHEST paid QB. But I still think he is being careful not to "break" the bank! Remember that key salary cap number - $123 million total for the team!!!
Ted Thompson states:
“Aaron is a true professional and a special player," GM Ted Thompson said in a statement released by the Packers. "He works hard, is humble, and is focused on his actions, on and off the field. He is an excellent teammate and pushes himself and others to be the very best. We are happy to reach an agreement to extend his career with the Packers."
And finally:
Overall, Rodgers will earn $130.75 million over the next seven seasons and the contract will expire a few months after his 36th birthday.
This is critical!!
A few key words here from the Packer GM!
True Professional
Special Player
Works Hard
Is Humble
Actions - on & of field
If I was Aaron's father, these words work make me quite proud!!
As a fan, this makes me smile! It is a good day to be a Packer Fan!
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