I have never met Jeff Roper, and I can only assume that this is the same Jeff Roper, who is the son of Jack Roper.
If the above is correct, I would like to say this about large salaries. I agree with them, as long as their ratings can justify.
If you are delivering the numbers, then you are paying for yourself,...and more. Personally, I know nothing of him.
However, Professionally, he is Prime Air Talent....Extremely Good on the air!