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New York Giants got clever with Russell Wilson's contract: Full details

The New York Giants signed quarterback Russell Wilson to a one-year, $10.5 million free agent deal that could nearly double in value if he hits on all of his incentives.

The 36-year-old Wilson's deal is structured as such, per Spotrac: $8 million signing bonus, $10.5 million guaranteed. Wilson will earn a base salary of $2 million, a signing bonus of $8 million and a workout bonus of $500,000, while carrying a cap hit of $10.5 million.

The deal is based heavily on incentives, mostly centered on playing time and, yes, winning games.

The Giants put together a deal that is favorable and fair for both parties.