More Money For Jake Long

Miami Dolphins left offensive tackle Jake Long is cashing in after making the Pro Bowl as a rookie. According to Harvey Fialkov of the Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel, Long’s base salaries have gone up significantly. It’s likely the effect of escalator clause language built into Long’s five-year contract, which carries a maximum total value of $57.5 million. Per the report, based on NFL Players Association records, Long was originally scheduled to make a $3.75 million base salary this year. Now, it’s up to $6.5 million. And Long’s base salary doubles in 2010 from an original $4.5 million to $9 million with a similar boost in 2001 from $5.25 million to $10 million. In 2012, his salary rises from $6 million to $10 million. In 2013, Long is now due $10.75 million. He was originally scheduled to be paid $6.75 million.