Jeremy Cluff, Arizona Republic
·2 min read
One look at the list of the highest paid players in the NFL by position shows the premium that NFL teams put on quarterbacks.
The highest paid player in the league at that position, the Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers, is also the highest paid player in the league, making $50.3million per season (yes, $50.3million per season in average annual salary).
The Los Angeles Rams' Aaron Donald now makes $31.7 million per season, making him the highest paid non-quarterback and the highest paid defender in the league.
Click on each highlighted position for a breakdown of that position's highest paid players for the 2022 season.
NFL's highest paid players in 2022:
NFL's highest paid players by position (average annual salary):
Quarterback:Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers- $50.3million
Interior defensive lineman:Los Angeles Rams' Aaron Donald - $31.7million
Wide receiver:Miami Dolphins' Tyreek Hill- $30million
Edge rusher:Pittsburgh Steelers' T.J. Watt- $28million
Offensive lineman:San Francisco 49ers' Trent Williams - $23.01 million
Cornerback:Green Bay Packers' Jaire Alexander:$21million
Linebacker:Indianapolis Colts' Darius Leonard- $19.7million
Safety:Pittsburgh Steelers' Minkah Fitzpatrick: $18.2million
Running back:Carolina Panthers' Christian McCaffrey: $16million
Tight end:San Francisco 49ers' George Kittle- $15million
Fullback: San Francisco 49ers' Kyle Juszczyk - $5.4 million
Kicker:Baltimore Ravens' Justin Tucker - $5 million
Punter: Seattle Seahawks' Michael Dickson - $3.68 million
Long snapper: Los Angeles Chargers' Josh Harris- $1.4million
- Source:overthecap.com
What changed?: NFL's highest paid players by position: Rankings for 2021 NFL season
To see the 44NFL playerswho make at least $20million a year in average salary, ranked from highest average salary to lowest,click here.
NFL's highest paid players in 2021
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This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: NFL's highest paid players by position: Rankings for 2022 NFL season
As an avid enthusiast with a deep understanding of the NFL and player contracts, it's evident that the landscape of professional football is continuously shaped by the financial commitments made to its top-tier players. The article you provided, authored by Jeremy Cluff for the Arizona Republic, delves into the financial aspect of the NFL, highlighting the highest-paid players by position for the 2022 season.
The focal point of the piece revolves around the premium that NFL teams place on quarterbacks, with Aaron Rodgers of the Green Bay Packers leading the pack as the highest-paid player in the league. His staggering $50.3 million per season in average annual salary emphasizes the significant investment teams are willing to make in securing top-tier talent for this crucial position.
The article also sheds light on the highest-paid non-quarterback and defender in the league, Aaron Donald of the Los Angeles Rams, who commands an impressive $31.7 million per season as an interior defensive lineman. The breakdown extends to various positions, showcasing the financial commitments made to players in key roles such as wide receivers, edge rushers, offensive linemen, cornerbacks, safeties, linebackers, running backs, tight ends, and even specialists like kickers, punters, and long snappers.
For a comprehensive view, the author provides a list of the highest-paid players in each position for the 2022 season, including notable names such as Tyreek Hill, T.J. Watt, Trent Williams, Jaire Alexander, Darius Leonard, Minkah Fitzpatrick, Christian McCaffrey, George Kittle, Kyle Juszczyk, Justin Tucker, and Michael Dickson. The salary figures range from Aaron Rodgers' $50.3 million to Michael Dickson's $3.68 million.
To support the information presented, the article cites the source overthecap.com, instilling confidence in the accuracy and reliability of the salary data. Additionally, the article briefly mentions changes from the previous year, prompting readers to explore the rankings for the 2021 NFL season.
In conclusion, this article provides a well-researched and detailed overview of the financial landscape of the NFL in 2022, offering insights into the lucrative contracts that shape the league and showcasing the financial value placed on players across various positions.
