After Signing a Mammoth $245 Million Contract, Where Does Russell Wilson Rank Among the Highest-Paid Quarterbacks in the League?
Being a quarterback is one of the most lucrative positions on an NFL field from a compensation point of view. Every year, the pay packages for elite quarterbacks in the league continue to rise as performances get better and better. This year was no exception to that as former Seattle Seahawks main man, Russell Wilson signed a mega contract with his new team Denver Broncos.
According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, “Breaking: Broncos and Russell Wilson just reached agreement on a five-year, $245 million contract extension that includes $165 million guaranteed, sources tell ESPN. Deal now ties Wilson to Denver for seven total years and $296 million. Another massive QB deal in the books.”
Breaking: Broncos and Russell Wilson just reached agreement on a five-year, $245 million contract extension that includes $165 million guaranteed, sources tell ESPN.
Deal now ties Wilson to Denver for seven total years and $296 million. Another massive QB deal in the books. pic.twitter.com/uk6yelOL3j
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 1, 2022
The Denver Broncos were recently acquired by a consortium led by Billionaire heir of Walmart, Rob Walton. The eldest son of Sam Walton acquired the team for a whopping $4.6 billion, which is the most expensive acquisition in NFL history. With a contract extension of Wilson, the new owners are clearly showing their intent with the team. Given Wilson has signed such a massive contract, where does he stand among other highest-paid quarterbacks in the league? Let us find out!
Where does $245 million man Russell Wilson stand in the NFL among other quarterbacks?
Wilson’s $245 million contract means he will be earning $49 million a year, which puts him at number two. The highest-paid quarterback annually is Aaron Rodgers, who will make a whopping $50.3 million.
After Russell Wilson’s $245 million extension today, three of the top seven quarterbacks in average salary per year now play in the AFC West: pic.twitter.com/pmrw3fIVqV
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 1, 2022
Third on the list is Kyler Murray, who is set to make $46.1 million. Deshaun Watson comes in at four with $46 million. Fifth place goes to Patrick Mahomes, who has the biggest contract overall, but his yearly package will be $45 million. Josh Allen and Derek Carr round out the top five with $43 million and $40.5 million respectively.
What do you make of Russell Wilson’s new contract? Do you think it was worth the investment from the Broncos? Let us know in the comments below!
