Practice squad players in the NFL earn a minimum of $11,500 per week or $207,000 for the 18-week season. Each team has a practice squad with up to 16 players, and promotions to the active roster are common throughout the season. Players with more experience can earn up to $15,400 per week, and their salaries count towards the team‘s salary cap. Additionally, teams have the ability to protect 4 practice squad players from being signed by other teams.