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Let’s be honest. Other than the fame, the obvious reason you want to play in the league is the money.
And I can’t say I blame you.
Well get ready to be even more motivated, because the average NFL player’s salary is about to increase.
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That’s right. In the 2011 season, the minimum player salary will be $375,000, a $55,000 increase over what it was in 2010.
Want more financial incentive?
Of course, you do. Well, it’s going to increase another $15,000 in 2012, then $15,000 in 2013, and another $15,000 in 2014.
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2011-2014 NFL Minimum Base Salaries By Year
| Year | R | 2nd | 3rd | 4th-6th | 7th-9th | 10th |
| 2011 | $375,000 | $450,000 | $600,000 | $685,000 | $810,000 | $910,000 |
| 2012 | $390,000 | $465,000 | $615,000 | $700,000 | $825,000 | $925,000 |
| 2013 | $405,000 | $480,000 | $630,000 | $715,000 | $840,000 | $940,000 |
| 2014 | $420,000 | $495,000 | $645,000 | $730,000 | $855,000 | $955,000 |
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