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Jets to Pay $48M to Rodgers, Fields Not to Play

3/23/2026

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  • The New York Jets will allocate $48 million in 2026 to pay Aaron Rodgers and Justin Fields not to play, which is 16% of their salary cap.
  • The Jets will pay Rodgers $30 million and Fields $18 million, resulting in $104 million in dead money, the third highest in the NFL.
  • Despite these financial challenges, the Jets anticipate over $150 million in cap space for 2027 as they pursue a new starting quarterback.