Class
Article
College
College of Engineering
Department
English Department
Faculty Mentor
Cree Taylor
Presentation Type
Poster Presentation
Abstract
No NFL team has ever won the Super Bowl while simultaneously paying their starting quarterback more than 13% of the maximum budget allowed for player salaries. This paper explores the effects of quarterbacks on an NFL roster and the consequences of the size of their contracts have on the performance of the team as a whole entity. This research was derived from databases of NFL statics and expert opinions on the matter of player contracts. From the research conducted, it is concluded that quarterbacks must voluntarily take less money for the opportunity to continue to compete for championships or, alternatively, teams must have the courage to let a big-name talent walk if they demand too much. While many are in favor of paying the quarterback whatever he might demand because a great talent can change the entire identity of a team, it is fiscally irresponsible by front office management to do so.
Location
Logan, UT
Start Date
4-7-2022 12:00 AM
Included in
Paying the Pied Passer: Discussing the Appropriate Contract to Award NFL Quarterbacks
Logan, UT
No NFL team has ever won the Super Bowl while simultaneously paying their starting quarterback more than 13% of the maximum budget allowed for player salaries. This paper explores the effects of quarterbacks on an NFL roster and the consequences of the size of their contracts have on the performance of the team as a whole entity. This research was derived from databases of NFL statics and expert opinions on the matter of player contracts. From the research conducted, it is concluded that quarterbacks must voluntarily take less money for the opportunity to continue to compete for championships or, alternatively, teams must have the courage to let a big-name talent walk if they demand too much. While many are in favor of paying the quarterback whatever he might demand because a great talent can change the entire identity of a team, it is fiscally irresponsible by front office management to do so.