Patrick Mahomes Tops NFL's Highest-Paid Players with $80M in 2025, Driven by Endorsements and Investments
September 17, 2025
Mahomes has achieved major milestones, including winning Super Bowl LIV, earning Super Bowl MVP and NFL MVP titles, and setting passing records, which have boosted his fame and marketability.
His career earnings from NFL contracts exceed $70 million, with a historic 10-year extension worth $503 million signed in 2020, providing him with substantial guaranteed income.
Mahomes was the most visible player in advertising during the 2024 season, featuring in 423 ads, underscoring his popularity and on-screen presence.
He maintains a family-oriented lifestyle in Kansas City with his wife Brittany and children, balancing his intense training routines with personal life and luxury interests.
His endorsement deals, licensing, memorabilia sales, and media appearances are key components of his off-field earnings, supplementing his NFL income.
The list highlights the growing salary landscape in the NFL, with significant contracts across multiple positions and the influence of endorsements and business ventures on total earnings.
Defensive players like Micah Parsons have also made headlines, with Parsons signing a record-breaking four-year deal worth $188 million, marking a new standard for non-quarterback contracts.
Patrick Mahomes leads the NFL's highest-paid players in 2025, with total earnings of $80 million, including $30 million from endorsements, highlighting his status as a top earner in the league.
Mahomes's earnings are bolstered by a $450 million, 10-year contract and endorsement deals with global brands like Adidas, State Farm, Oakley, and BioSteel, which significantly enhance his income and global profile.
The NFL's top earners are predominantly quarterbacks, with 15 of the top 20 players being in this position, reflecting their high marketability and earning potential.
Mahomes is actively involved in philanthropy through the 15 and the Mahomies Foundation, supporting children's health, education, and community programs, demonstrating his commitment to social impact.
Beyond football, Mahomes invests in various ventures, including a stake in Sporting Kansas City, startups, media, and real estate, diversifying his income sources.
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