Patrick Mahomes and Dak Prescott lead highest-paid NFL players in 2026

Patrick Mahomes tops the list of highest-paid NFL players for the 2026 season with an average annual salary of $64 million. Dak Prescott follows as the second-highest earner at $60 million per season. A group of quarterbacks, including Joe Burrow, Josh Allen, Jordan Love, Trevor Lawrence, and Matthew Stafford, occupy the next tier, all earning $55 million annually. While quarterbacks continue to dominate the highest salary brackets, non-quarterback positions are represented by players like Houston Texans edge rusher Will Anderson Jr., who earns $50 million. The data, provided by overthecap.com as of August 30, 2026, reflects current contract averages across the league. A total of 80 players across various positions are currently documented as making at least $25 million per season.

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