The 2025 NFL offseason has reshaped the financial landscape with massive contracts being handed out to top talents. Ja’Marr Chase secured the largest non-quarterback deal in history, after signing a four-year deal $161 million deal with the Bengals. Prior to Chase, Myles Garrett briefly held the non-quarterback crown with a four-year $160 million deal from the Cleveland Browns. Meanwhile, when we talk about the most important position in the NFL, Dak Prescott currently claims the league’s richest contract as he signed a four-year $240 million deal with the Dallas Cowboys. From Saquon Barkley resetting the running back salary to Harrison Butker topping kickers, the rise in salary cap comes from league’s popularity growing worldwide and we believe that the numbers are only going to increase in the near future.
So today we’ll take a look at the highest-paid NFL players at each position. So without further ado, let’s get right into it.
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Joseph’s $86 million extension comes after his NFL-leading nine interceptions in 2024, with his elite coverage grades, we think it justifies the contract.
Smith’s franchise tag makes his the highest paid guard, with only one sacked allowed in the 2024 season. If anything, his performance last season only tells as that a bigger-long term deal is coming his way.
Warner’s $63 million deal reflects his talent as he has been consistent with his All-Pro play with 131 tackles in 2024. He’s the heart and the pillar that holds down the fort for the 49ers’ defense.
Chase’s $161 million contract which is the richest for a non-quarterback, comes from his performance in several seasons but especially 2024 as he posted some insane stats for the season. And his 46 career touchdowns proves his worth for the Bengals.
AJ Cole’s extension edges out Seattle Seahawks’ punter Michael Dickson. Cole’s $15.8 million extension surpassed Dickson’s $14.5 million deal as Cole’s 50.8 (career-high) yards per punt was the best in the NFL, surpassing Dickson’s 49.4 yards.
Humphrey’s zero-sack season in 2024 and two Super Bowl rings justifies his earn of $18 million annually. He anchors Kansas City Chief’s offensive line that has held strong throughout the years expect last season in the Super Bowl.
Garrett’s $160 million deal came after a 14 sacks season in 2024. Even though the Cleveland Browns were atrocious last season, Garrett was somebody that was the few bright spots for the team, and we all knew that the Browns would do anything to retain the DE. After all they did hand out the largest non-QB contract at the time.
If there’s any player that could ask for more money than he already has, it’s Barkley. A historic 2000 plus rushing season and a Super Bowl trophy by dominating the Chiefs? Barkley deserves to be the highest paid RB, but Christian McCaffrey might have something to say about that.
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Hines-Allen’s $141.25 million contract comes after his 17.5 sack season in 2023. His consistent pass-rushing productions is why he’s the highest paid outside linebacker in the NFL.
Prescott signed a $240 million deal with the Cowboys which was followed by a tremendous season in 2023, and a 2024 season marred with injury for Prescott. Not to mention the lack of playoff success for the Cowboys with no Super Bowl trophy to show for which has raised a lot of questions regarding Prescott’s rankings in the league, with some not even considering him in the top 10.
Jones’ $158.7 million deal rightly aligns with the three Super Bowl trophies he’s helped the Chiefs win. And despite a failed attempt for a three-peat, Jones’ 2024 pass-rush stats cement his top-defensive tackle salary.
Butker’s $25.6 million contract comes after an 88.6% career field goal rate and clutch Super Bowl kicks he’s given to the Kansas City Chiefs. His sniper like accuracy justifies the pay.
Wirfs’ $140.6 million deal follows zero sacks allowed in 2024. He was named to the Pro Bowl last season, and was once again named to the All-Pro team, and his versatility at both tackle spots justifies the huge contract.
Kittle’s $76.4 million extension comes from his 1,106-yard and elite blocking season in 2024. His all-around skillset is probably why he’s the highest paid tight end in the league.
Stingley’s $90 million extension follows a 2024 All-Pro season with five interceptions to go along with. He’s just 23 years old and his versatility earned him the $30 million per annum deal.
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