The NFL Proven Performance Escalator in rookie contracts has changed dramatically under the new CBA. See those changes here.
NFL Rookie Contracts Explained: Proven Performance Escalator
The Proven Performance Escalator (PPE) rewards draft choices from later rounds for contributions that exceed their draft slot. The PPE is a part of all rookie contracts for any player selected in rounds 3-7. First- and second-round draft choices, along with undrafted free agents, do not qualify for the PPE (Art. 7, Sec. 4, (a-b),... Continue Reading →
