The Los Angeles Rams took care of an important piece of in-house business Wednesday when they re-signed defensive end William Hayes to a three-year contract.
According to ESPN Stats and Information, Hayes' deal includes $10 million in guaranteed money to be paid out in the first two years. With no guarantees in Year 3, this deal essentially amounts to a two-year deal with the third year depending on Hayes' production in the first two.
Here's a breakdown of the contract year-by-year.
2016
Base salary: $3 million (fully guaranteed)
Roster bonus: $4 million (fully guaranteed, paid out on seventh day of league year)
Cap charge: $7 million
Cash: $7 million
Notes: Up to $500,000 in not likely to be earned incentives based on playing time and playoff appearances
2017
Base salary: $3.