Max Melton's contract explained
Max Melton is a cornerback for the Arizona Cardinals, with a $7.7M contract that runs through 2027, averaging $1.9M a year. $3.2M of it is guaranteed. His 2026 cap hit is $2.0M. PlainStats calculated these figures from the draft slot and the CBA rookie scale.
- Position
- Cornerback
- Age
- 24
- Total value
- $7.7M
- Average per year
- $1.9M
- Guaranteed
- $3.2M
- Fully guaranteed at signing
- $3.2M
- Runs through
- 2027
- 2026 cap hit
- $2.0M
Calculated by PlainStats from the draft slot and the CBA rookie scale (not a reported figure).
2026 stats
- Games
- 7
- Defense
- 22 tackles, 1 tackle for loss, 4 passes defended
Regular season through week 8. Source: nflverse.
Quick answers
How much does Max Melton make?
Max Melton has a $7.7M contract, which averages $1.9M a year. PlainStats calculated this from the CBA rookie scale.
How long is Max Melton's contract?
Max Melton's contract runs through the 2027 season.
How much of Max Melton's contract is guaranteed?
$3.2M of the $7.7M is guaranteed. $3.2M was fully guaranteed at signing. These are PlainStats calculations.
What is Max Melton's 2026 cap hit?
Max Melton counts $2.0M against the Cardinals' 2026 cap.
What team does Max Melton play for?
Max Melton plays cornerback for the Arizona Cardinals.
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