FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- A closer look at the contract signed by running back Donald Brown with the New England Patriots, while examining what it means for Brown and the team.
Terms: One year, $965,000
Signing bonus: $50,000
Base salary: $885,000 ($250,000 guaranteed)
Split salary: $453,000 (in the event of injury)
Workout bonus: $30,000
Salary cap charge: $680,000
This deal qualifies for the minimum salary benefit, which explains why Brown's salary cap charge is less than his base salary.