Payton Wilson's contract explained
Payton Wilson is a linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers, with a $4.2M contract that runs through 2027, averaging $1.0M a year. $839K of it is guaranteed. His 2026 cap hit is $1.3M. PlainStats calculated these figures from the draft slot and the CBA rookie scale.
- Position
- Linebacker
- Age
- 26
- Total value
- $4.2M
- Average per year
- $1.0M
- Guaranteed
- $839K
- Fully guaranteed at signing
- $839K
- Runs through
- 2027
- 2026 cap hit
- $1.3M
Calculated by PlainStats from the draft slot and the CBA rookie scale (not a reported figure).
2026 stats
- Games
- 8
- Defense
- 67 tackles, 7 tackles for loss, 1 sack, 2 QB hits, 3 passes defended, 1 interception
Regular season through week 8. Source: nflverse.
Quick answers
How much does Payton Wilson make?
Payton Wilson has a $4.2M contract, which averages $1.0M a year. PlainStats calculated this from the CBA rookie scale.
How long is Payton Wilson's contract?
Payton Wilson's contract runs through the 2027 season.
How much of Payton Wilson's contract is guaranteed?
$839K of the $4.2M is guaranteed. $839K was fully guaranteed at signing. These are PlainStats calculations.
What is Payton Wilson's 2026 cap hit?
Payton Wilson counts $1.3M against the Steelers' 2026 cap.
What team does Payton Wilson play for?
Payton Wilson plays linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
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