Joe McKnight
Position: Running Back
The New York Jets signed RB Joe McKnight, their 2010 fourth round draft choice, to a 4 year contract worth a potential 3.1 million dollars
on June 22, 2010. It is estimated that McKnight received a $501,000 signing bonus. Base salaries are $320,000(2010), $405,000(2011), $490,000(2012), and $575,000(2013).
McKnight will be eligible to receive a 4th year salary escalator based on offseason particiaption. As more details about the bonus structure become
known we'll update his status.
| Year | Salary Cap Number | Dead Money if Cut | Cap Savings if Cut |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | $445,250 | $501,000 | -$55,750 |
| 2011 | $530,250 | $375,750 | $154,500 |
| 2012 | $615,250 | $250,500 | $364,750 |
| 2013 | $700,250 | $125,250 | $575,000 |