Patrick Mahomes’ $503 million NFL contract drops to 14th as rising quarterbacks outshine and loyalty raises pay debate

In 2020, Patrick Mahomes inked a groundbreaking 10-year, $503 million contract with the Kansas City Chiefs, setting a new benchmark in American sports. Fast forward to 2025, Mahomes surprisingly ranks 14th among quarterbacks in annual pay. Despite this shift, players like Joe Burrow, Justin Herbert, Lamar Jackson, and Jalen Hurts have surpassed his earnings.