How many minimum salaries does the NFL have?

The National Football League (NFL) maintains two minimum salary levels based on players' experience. The distinctions serve different categories of players, particularly focusing on veterans and rookies.

For rookies, the minimum salary is set by the collective bargaining agreement and is specifically tailored to those who are entering the league for the first time. This amount is lower compared to the veteran minimum. For seasoned players, the minimum salary adjusts according to their years of NFL experience, ensuring a fair and equitable compensation framework for those who have had a longer tenure in the league. The veteran minimum scales up, rewarding players based on their service years. This two-tier system reflects the NFL's structured approach in compensating its players fairly according to experience, promoting not only equity but also an incentive for players to continue developing in their careers.