NFL Player Contracts Analysis

Quarterbacks

Joe Burrow currently boasts the highest three-year Average Per Year (APY) earnings among quarterbacks, pulling in a substantial $62.9 million. Jared Goff follows closely with a three-year APY of $57.3 million, while Trevor Lawrence rounds out the top three, securing an impressive $55 million over the same period.

When it comes to total guaranteed money, Deshaun Watson leads the pack with an astounding $230 million. Joe Burrow isn't far behind, enjoying $219.01 million in guaranteed funds. Patrick Mahomes, another top-tier quarterback, has $208.1 million guaranteed.

Running Backs

In the running back category, Christian McCaffrey reigns supreme with a three-year APY of $17.2 million. He also boasts a substantial total guaranteed amount of $36.3 million. Jonathan Taylor and Alvin Kamara follow, earning three-year APYs of $14 million and $12.7 million, respectively.

Wide Receivers

Justin Jefferson is leading the wide receivers with a remarkable three-year APY of $35 million. His total guaranteed money stands at $110 million. A.J. Brown, with a three-year APY of $32 million and $84 million in guaranteed funds, also ranks highly. Amon-Ra St. Brown secures a three-year APY of $30 million, with a total guarantee of $77 million.

Tight Ends

Travis Kelce sits atop the tight end market with a three-year APY of $17.1 million. T.J. Hockenson, while not provided an explicit APY, has secured a total guaranteed amount of $42.5 million.

Offensive Linemen

The offensive linemen category sees Penei Sewell earning an impressive $28 million annually over the next three years. His total guaranteed amount is a substantial $85 million. Chris Lindstrom follows with a three-year APY of $21.8 million, whereas Frank Ragnow has a three-year APY of $14 million. Among guards, Robert Hunt leads in guaranteed money with $63 million.

Defensive Players

Cornerbacks

Jaire Alexander leads the cornerbacks with a three-year APY of $21.8 million. Denzel Ward's guaranteed money totals $71.25 million, closely followed by Jalen Ramsey, who has $71.2 million in guaranteed funds.

Safeties

Antoine Winfield Jr. stands out among safeties with a three-year APY of $21.03 million and a total guaranteed amount of $45 million. Derwin James Jr. and Minkah Fitzpatrick are also among the high earners in this position.

Edge Rushers

Nick Bosa dominates the edge rusher category with a three-year APY of $34.7 million and a total guaranteed amount of $119.9 million. T.J. Watt follows with a three-year APY of $30.5 million.

Defensive Tackles

Chris Jones is the leading defensive tackle with a three-year APY of $31.7 million and $101 million in guaranteed funds. Aaron Donald and Christian Wilkins are also recognized as top players in this position.

Off-Ball Linebackers

Roquan Smith leads the off-ball linebacker category with a three-year APY of $20 million and a total guaranteed amount of $60 million. Fred Warner and Tremaine Edmunds are noted for securing surpassing contracts as well.

Special Teams

In the special teams category, Justin Tucker is unmatched with a three-year APY of $6.2 million and $17.5 million in guaranteed money. Michael Dickson leads among punters with an APY of $3.9 million and $8.5 million in guaranteed funds. Luke Rhodes earns $1.67 million in three-year APY, marking his place among special team players.