Eric Smith
Position: Safety
The New York Jets signed third round draft selection S Eric Smith to a 4 year contract on July 21, 2006.
The deal included a $572,500 signing bonus and has yearly salaries of $275,000(2006), $360,000(2007),
$445,000(2008), and $535,000(2009).
Smith signed a one year tender with the Jets on March 20, 2010. Smith will earn $1,176,000 in 2010.
Smith signed a three year contract with the Jets on July 30, 2011 worth $7,500,000. Smith received a $800,000 roster bonus and
is reported to have bonuses worth $1,800,000 and $600,000 in 2012 and 2013. Base salaries are $700,000(2011), $1,200,000(2012), and $2,400,000(2013)
| Year | Salary Cap Number | Dead Money if Cut | Cap Savings if Cut |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | $509,005 | $429,375 | $79,630 |
| 2008 | $588,125 | $286,250 | $301,875 |
| 2009 | $678,125 | $143,125 | $535,000 |
| 2010 | $1,183,280 | $0 | $1,183,280 |
| 2011 | $1,500,000 | $700,000 | $800,000 |
| 2012 | $2,050,000 | $0 | $2,050,000 |
| 2013 | $3,000,000 | $0 | $3,000,000 |