LSUDad Posted January 15, 2020 Share Posted January 15, 2020 LSU quarterback Joe Burrow set for big NFL payday: Here's how much Burrow is the consensus choice for the first overall pick in 2020 NFL Draft video The big money behind college football bowl games Former NFL player Jack Brewer discusses the massive payouts college bowl sponsors bring to the game. Louisiana State University quarterback Joe Burrow is less than 24 hours removed from a record-setting performance in the Tigers’ national championship win over Clemson, but his first professional payday is already assured. Continue Reading Below NFL rookie contracts are pre-determined by a scale tied to the league’s salary cap for the upcoming season. While the 2020 salary cap has yet to be finalized, the contract signed by Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray, the first overall pick in last year’s draft, provides a glimpse at what Burrow can expect to earn. The top pick in the 2019 NFL Draft received a four-year contract worth an estimated $35 million, including a $23.4 million signing bonus. Compensation for the first overall pick rises by about $2 million to $3 million each season, which would put Burrow’s deal into the $37 million range. Burrow, who completed his master’s degree at LSU in December, is considered a virtual lock to be the first overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. The Cincinnati Bengals hold the first pick and are in the market for a franchise quarterback after a dismal 2-14 season. ESPN ✔@espn Joe Burrow records set tonight: Most pass TD in a season in FBS history Most TD responsible for in a season in FBS history Most pass yards in a BCS/CFP title game Most TD responsible for in a season in a BCS/CFP title game#NationalChampionship 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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