What salary does a player receive for subsequent seasons if they have not accrued a credited season due to being on injured reserve?

When a player is on injured reserve and does not accrue a credited season, the player typically receives the rookie minimum salary for subsequent seasons. This is based on the rules set forth by the NFL concerning player contracts and roster status.

The rookie minimum salary applies because the league has provisions to ensure that players who miss a season due to injury still receive a base level of compensation. This allows for financial support while ensuring that their contract status doesn’t unfairly penalize them for events outside their control, such as injuries.

The rookie minimum is a predetermined amount that is set annually by the NFL, reflecting a baseline that players can expect, particularly when they haven't met the conditions required to earn a credited season due to being sidelined. Consequently, the other options do not accurately reflect the policy regarding salaries for injured reserve players without credited seasons. For instance, the minimum salary of the previous year would not apply as it does not carry over for those on injured reserve, and the full contract value is typically contingent upon active participation in games. No salary, while a potential extreme scenario, does not align with the protections given to players to ensure they are financially supported during their recovery.