11-02-2016, 10:27 AM
Signing bonuses are usually the most significant part of NFL compensation, so it's essential to look at total compensation rather than base salaries. Last year the #1 pick (Goff) signed for $27.9 million, the #10 pick signed for $15.1 million, the last last selection of the first round (#31) signed for $8.27 million.
Not sure what Rosen's thought process will be, he has an affluent family and doesn't seem overly motivated by money. But the experience of his fellow SoCal phemom Matt Barkley could lead him to move on to the NFL at the earliest opportunity rather than endure the risk of further injury and diminished prospect status.
Not sure what Rosen's thought process will be, he has an affluent family and doesn't seem overly motivated by money. But the experience of his fellow SoCal phemom Matt Barkley could lead him to move on to the NFL at the earliest opportunity rather than endure the risk of further injury and diminished prospect status.