The Facts: The Raiders have reportedly adjusted quarterback Schaub’s compensation for 2014. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Raiders have reduced his base salary. Per NFLPA data, Schaub was scheduled to make $10 million in 2014.
Diehards Line:Schaub now carries a lower salary-cap number for this season, Schefter reported. There are varying estimates on Schaub’s earning potential for the next two seasons. According to Schefter, Schaub can make anywhere from $15-20 million, while NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports that Schaub’s total compensation can range from $13-21 million. Either way, the newcomer, acquired from Houston on Friday, is expected to be the team's starting QB for the foreseeable future.