Bart Scott, Chris Carlin and others are not impressed by the story that led to Zach Wilson signing his rookie deal with the Jets. (1:12).Why was it so difficult for Zach Wilson signing his first contract? (1:12).FLORHAM PARK (N.J.) -- Although it took longer than expected, the New York Jets' quarterback Zach Wilson reached an agreement to terms on Thursday regarding his rookie contract. Sources told ESPN.Presumptive starter and first round pick, who both missed two days of practice while the sides argued over contract language details, will sign a $45.15 million four-year contract. This is a fully guaranteed deal.It also includes a signing bonus of $22.9 million and a fifth-year option for team members, which is standard for all first round picks.Wilson flew red-eye from Los Angeles to New Jersey and arrived in New Jersey Thursday morning. He was the last unsigned first round selection from the 2021 NFL Draft.According to a source, the contract contains offset language and the signing bonus will pay within 15 days. These details suggest that both sides have reached an agreement because of the sticking points.Robert Saleh, the camp coach, said that Wilson was not concerned about missing camp. Saleh stated that Wilson will have to deal with it. "I have a lot faith in Zach. He is intelligent and has a great drive. He'll get there eventually, and I know that he will make up the difference."Wilson was able to take advantage of a lot of work in spring. He took all the reps for the first team, as there were no veterans.The Jets were counting on White to be their first-day starter and there was an increased urgency to make a deal. James Morgan and Mike White are the only quarterbacks left on the roster. Neither of them have regular-season experience. Because the contracts are not spelled out, it is common for rookie contract disputes to arise. However, agents and teams sometimes negotiate over specific clauses.Every contract with guaranteed money has an offset. This provides financial protection in the event that the player is released before the contract is completed. An offset allows a team the ability to release a player prior to the expiration of his four-year contract and reduce the remaining money by the amount of his next contracted.This is not an uncommon stance. According to some reports, 30 of 32 teams have offsets in their contracts. Only the Los Angeles Rams (with the exception of No. Trevor Lawrence, the No. 1 pick, to a deal without any offsets.A cut player, without an offset, collects both the guarantee from his former team and the money he gets from his new team. This is known as double dipping.The Jets had to negotiate with the Jets because at least two of five quarterbacks who were drafted in round one received deals without full offsets. Justin Fields (No. 11 by the Chicago Bears. Fields was granted a partial off-set.It is interesting to note that Joe Burrow, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback and the top pick in 2020, was represented by the same agency as Wilson's contract. He signed a contract with offset language.
