Patrick Mahomes has made it into the top 10 list of the highest paid athletes worldwide. The Kansas City Chiefs quarterback is widely recognized as one of the most prominent players in the NFL. With two Super Bowl wins, two Super Bowl MVP titles, and two NFL MVP awards under his belt, Mahomes has become the unofficial face of the league. Additionally, his appearances in numerous commercials and his feature on the cover of EA’s Madden video game have further solidified his status. It comes as no surprise then that Mahomes is earning a substantial income.
While Mahomes and the Chiefs gear up for Super Bowl LVIII in Vegas, Sportico has compiled a list of the highest-earning athletes. The NFL, known for its profitability, has secured sponsorship deals worth a staggering $2.35 billion. However, Mahomes is the only football player to make it into the top 10 of Sportico’s list. Ranked 10th overall, he finds himself in the company of four soccer players, four NBA players, and one golfer. Notably, the current NFL MVP, , follows closely behind in the 11th spot. To find the next football player on the list, one must scroll down to the 26th position, where 49ers pass rusher can be found.
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10. Patrick Mahomes
Despite his success and fame, Mahomes has chosen to keep his salary relatively low so that the Chiefs can invest in quality players for key positions. Nevertheless, he still receives a substantial paycheck. The Chiefs recently restructured Mahomes’ salary, which now amounts to $210.6 million between 2023 and 2026. Depending on the fulfillment of certain contractual clauses, this figure could potentially increase to $218.1 million by the end of 2026. Insiders in the NFL, including and Tom Pelissero, have confirmed that Mahomes is guaranteed to receive the $210.6 million over the next four years.
In 2020, Mahomes signed a 10-year, $450 million contract with the Chiefs, which was set to keep him with the team until 2031. In addition to his salary, Mahomes earns a significant portion of his income through endorsements. Notable sponsors such as Hy-Vee, Oakley, Direct TV, Essentia Water, and Adidas have all collaborated with him in the past.
According to the Source firstsportz.com