7 on this year’s ranking of the highest-paid NFL players with $37.4 million, $29.4 million of it from salary and bonuses, outpacing his rival’s $10.8 million salary from the Chiefs. Reining Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes led the Kansas City Chiefs to their 10th straight win to kick off the 2020 NFL season. MethodologyForbes’ highest-paid NFL players list is based on-field earnings, including 2020 base salaries and all bonuses (option, roster, signing and workout) paid during the calendar year. Joey Bosa, Defensive EndJoey Bosa Getty ImagesTotal earnings: $43.8 millionSalary/bonuses: $43 millionEndorsements: $750,000The Chargers gave Bosa its first $100 million contract in franchise history in July. His reward: a four-year, $118 million contract with Tennessee.

Source: Forbes September 11, 2020 12:22 UTC