There are a lot of options for pro football players who are not on a 53-man National Football League roster, any club’s practice squad, or have inked a future/reserve contract. The NFL minimum salary is $750,000 while most starters make millions per year.
Another option is the Canadian Football League (CFL) which pays the second best. The CFL has nine teams with rosters consisting of 45 players. This entity’s minimum salary is $70,000 with an average active roster spot paid $121,000 per season.
Then various indoor leagues are also an avenue to continue playing professional football while getting paid.