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Is going undrafted better than being a late round pick?
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Is going undrafted better than being a late round pick?


Apr 28, 2019, 1:11 PM

You get to control who you sign with.

Your not locked into a rookie contract for four years.

Your earning potential is not capped.

Quick example:

Auburn FB Chandler Cox was drafted in the 7th round by the Dolphins. His four-year rookie contract is projected to be worth $2.6 million with a signing bonus worth $90,908.

An undrafted FA minimum salary in 2019 is $495,000 and increases $75,000 each year in the league. So, a UFA over four years will make a minimum of $2.43 million.

In this case is $91,000 of guarantee money and a difference of $170,000 in salary over four years worth more than controlling who you sign with and potential salary increases based on production?

B/c contracts are not guaranteed (except for signing bonuses), I'd rather bet on myself to increase my earning potential and have more control of where I play.

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no, most udfa will not get contracts at all***


Apr 28, 2019, 1:19 PM



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They get contracts, they just get cut. Just like late round picks.***


Apr 28, 2019, 1:22 PM



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Yes


Apr 28, 2019, 2:51 PM

look at Hyatt. He had 15 offers to choose from. Gets to decide who he gets to play for. Training camp is an open competition for guys. He proves his merit, he makes the team

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