Is Steelers QB John Rhys Plumlee destined for the UFL?
The Arlington Renegades of the UFL selected QB John Rhys Plumlee in yesterday’s draft. The only problem with that is he is already signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers of the NFL. Now, the Steelers did not draft Plumlee, but rather signed him as a college free agent. He is technically free to join the Renegades, but will he?
The Steelers gave Plumlee a $35,000 roster bonus, which is the largest they have given to a rookie free agent. For perspective, UFL players earn $5,500 per week, assuming they make the team and stay on the roster.