As of March 2025, Kenneth "Kenny" Pickett is a quarterback for the Cleveland Browns. He was originally drafted by the Steelers at the 2022 NFL Draft with the 20th overall pick in the first round. In March 2025, Pickett was traded from the Eagles to the Browns. The 6-foot-3-inch player graduated from Ocean Township High School in 2017 and went to the University of Pittsburgh. His senior year was his best season, winning the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award, ACC Player of the Year and ACC Offensive Player of the Year. He was also named to the first-team All-American and first-team All-ACC in 2021.
After being selected by the Steelers, Pickett's debut season was his standout performance, winning him the 2022 ACC Athlete of the Year. By the end of the 2024 NFL regular season, he recorded 755 passing attempts with 471 completions. He threw for 4,765 yards, finishing with 15 touchdowns and 14 interceptions (via Pro Football Reference).
Kenny Pickett's Contract Breakdown
Kenny Pickett originally signed his four-year rookie contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers, worth $14.06 million. Even after the trade, Pickett's contract remains the same till 2026, when it will be terminated. The $14 million contract included a signing bonus of $7.41 million and an average annual salary of $3.5 million. Also, the total value of the contract is fully guaranteed, according to Spotrac.
Here is a breakdown of Kenny Pickett’s four-year deal:
| Contract Terms | Average Salary | Signing | GTD at Sign | Total GTD | Free Agent |
| 4 yr(s) / $14,067,905 | $3,516,976 | $7,411,204 | $14,067,905 | $14,067,905 | 2027 / UFA |
| Year | Age | Status | Base Salary | Signing | Roster | Cap Hit | Cap % | Dead Cap |
| 2022 | 24 | Active | $705,000 | $1,852,801 | - | $2,557,801 | 1.23% | $14,067,905 |
| 2023 | 25 | Active | $1,344,450 | $1,852,801 | - | $3,197,251 | 1.42% | $11,510,104 |
| 2024 | 26 | Active | $985,000 | - | $998,900 | $1,983,900 | 0.78% | $4,607,251 |
| 2025 | 27 | Active | $2,623,350 | - | - | $2,623,350 | 0.96% | $2,623,351 |
| 2026 | 28 | Club | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2027 | 29 | UFA | - | - | - | - | - | - |
How much is Kenny Pickett getting paid?
Kenny Pickett's average annual salary is $3.5 million as per his contract with the Steelers, as per Spotrac. In the 2025 season, he will earn a base salary of $2,623,350, with a cap hit of $2,623,350 and a dead cap value of $2,623,350.
How much money does Kenny Pickett make a minute?
Kenny Pickett will earn $6.69 per minute, based on 525,600 total minutes and an average annual salary of $3.5 million
Kenny Pickett's Career Earnings
Kenny Pickett's total career earnings are $11.4 million as of March 2025, as per Spotrac.
How much of Kenny Pickett’s Contract is guaranteed?
Kenny Pickett's four-year rookie contract with the Steelers guaranteed a total of $14 million, which is the value of the entire contract as well.
What are the terms of Kenny Pickett’s Contract?
The terms of the 2022-2026 rookie contract of Kenny Pickett, state that his contract is fully guaranteed and there is a fifth-year option as well. (via Spotrac)
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FAQ's On Kenny Pickett
A. Kenny Pickett has played in three NFL seasons as of March 2025.
A. Kenny Pickett is 6'3" tall and weighs 220 pounds.
A. Yes, Kenny Pickett has a bachelor's degree in marketing from the University of Pittsburgh in 2017-2021.
A. Kenny Pickett has a record of 15-10 as of the 2024 NFL season.
