NFL's top-paid players after Patrick Mahomes' contract restructure

1. Patrick Mahomes

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2. Jalen Hurts

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3. Lamar Jackson

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4. Justin Herbert

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5. Patrick Mahomes

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6. Joe Burrow

Burrow remains the highest-paid NFL QB annually, with Mahomes closely trailing behind. Burrow's new contract unfortunately coincides with an 0-2 start to the season.