Who are the richest NFL players in the world?
You’ve probably found yourself wondering just how much all your favorite NFL players is worth, and who comes out on top.
This is why we’ve put together a list of the 20 richest NFL players in the world, with their net worth estimates, and how they’ve managed to rake in so much cash!
The Richest NFL Players in the World
These figures have been compiled from Celebrity Net Worth and Forbes. These are the richest NFL players worldwide as of 2022:
20. Alex Smith
Net Worth: $55 Million
Alex Smith is an American football, quarterback for the Washington Redskins of the NFL. Smith played college football for the Utah Utes where he also was named the Mountain West Conference Player of the Year in 2004.
Smith was selected by the San Francisco 49ers in the 2005 NFL Draft.
As of May 2023, Alex Smith’s net worth is estimated to be $55 million.
19. Fran Tarkenton
Net Worth: $60 Million
Fran Tarkenton is a former NFL quarterback, computer software executive, and television personality. Tarkenton played in the NFL for 18 seasons and spent the majority of his NFL career with the Minnesota Vikings.
As of May 2023, Fran Tarkenton’s net worth is estimated to be roughly $60 million, making him the 19th richest NFL player in the world.
18. Carson Palmer
Net Worth: $60 Million
Carson Palmer is a former American football quarterback who played over 15 seasons in the NFL. Palmer primarily played with the Cincinnati Bengals and Arizona Cardinals. He played college football at USC and won the Heisman Trophy in 2002.
Carson Palmer has built a high net worth estimated to be $60 million.
17. Michael Strahan
Net Worth: $65 million
Michael Strahan is a former American football defensive who spent his entire career with the New York Giants of the NFL. Strahan set a huge record for the most sacks in a season in 2001 and helped the Giants win Super Bowl XLII in 2007.
As of May 2023, Michael Strahan’s net worth is $65 million.
16. Tony Romo
Net Worth: $70 Million
Tony Romo is an American football television analyst and former quarterback who played 14 seasons with the Dallas Cowboys of the NFL. Romo played college football for Eastern Illinois University where he later won the Walter Payton Award in 2003. He led the Panthers to an Ohio Valley Conference championship in 2001.
As of May 2023, Tony Romo’s net worth is estimated to be $70 million, making him the 16th richest NFL player in the world.
15. Sam Bradford
Net Worth: $70 Million
Sam Bradford is an American NFL quarterback for the Arizona Cardinals of the NFL. He attended Putnam City North High School where he began his career as a football player. As a senior quarterback in 2005, he threw 2,029 and 17 touchdowns in 12 games.
As of May 2023, Sam Bradford’s net worth is estimated to be $70 million.
14. Matt Ryan
Net Worth: $70 Million
Matt Ryan nicknamed “Matty Ice” is an American football quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons of the NFL. Ryan was drafted after his college by the Falcons with the third overall pick in the first round of the 2008 NFL Draft. Ryan leads the Falcons to three bowls victories from 2005 to 2007.
Matt Ryan has built an incredible high net worth throughout his career which is estimated to be $70 million.
13. Ben Roethlisberger
Net Worth: $70 Million
Ben Roethlisberger “Big Ben” is an American football quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers of the NFL. Roethlisberger played college football at Miami University and was drafted in 2004 by the Steelers in the first round. He earned the AP NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Award in 2004.
As of May 2023, Ben Roethlisberger’s net worth is estimated to be roughly $70 million, making him the 13th richest NFL player in the world.
12. Roger Goodell
Net Worth: $75 Million
Roger Goodell is an American businessman who is currently the Commissioner of the NFL. Goodell was chosen to succeed retiring Paul Tagliabue. He was chosen for the position over four finalists.
As of May 2023, Roger Goodell’s net worth is roughly $75 million.
11. Joe Montana
Net Worth: $80 Million
Joe Montana “Joe Cool” or “The Comeback Kid” is a former American NFL quarterback who played for the San Francisco 49ers for 16 seasons. He later played for the Kansas City Chiefs for two seasons of his NFL career.
As of May 2023, Joe Montana’s net worth is $80 million, making him the 11th richest NFL player of all time.
10. Eli Manning
Net Worth: $100 Million
Eli Manning is an American NFL player for the New York Giants for the NFL. Manning played college football at his university from 2000 to 2003. He was drafted as the first overall in the 2004 NFL Draft by the San Diego Chargers.
As of May 2023, Eli Manning’s net worth is approximately $100 million.
9. Drew Brees
Net Worth: $100 Million
Drew Brees is an American football quarterback for the New Orleans Saints of the NFL. After a prolific college football at his university, he was chosen by the San Diego Chargers. Brees was the first pick in the second round of the 2001 NFL Draft.
As of May 2023, Drew Brees’ net worth is $100 million.
8. Brett Favre
Net Worth: $100 Million
Brett Favre is a former American NFL player who spent the majority of his career with the Green Bay Packers of the NFL. Favre was a 20-year veteran of the NFL and played as a quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons in 1991.
As of May 2023, Brett Favre’s net worth is approximately $100 million, making him the 8th richest NFL player in the world.
7. John Elway
Net Worth: $145 Million
John Elway is a former football quarterback who currently is a general manager and executive vice president of football operations of the Denver Broncos of the NFL. Elway played football during his school years at Stanford. He recorded the most victories by starting a quarterback and was the second most prolific passer in NFL history.
As of May 2023, John Elway’s net worth is $145 million.
6. Tom Brady
Net Worth: $180 Million
Tom Brady is an American NFL player for the New England Patriots of the NFL. Brady is the only player in history to win 6 Super Bowls and all with the same team. Brady was drafted by the Patriots in the sixth round of the 2000 NFL Draft.
As of May 2023, Tom Brady’s net worth is $180 million, making him the 6th richest NFL player on the list.
5. Steve Young
Net Worth: $200 Million
Steve Young is a former American football quarterback who has played 15 seasons in the NFL. Young is best known for his 13 seasons with San Francisco 49ers. He also played for the NFL Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Los Angeles Express.
As of May 2023, Steve Young’s net worth is $200 million.
4. Peyton Manning
Net Worth: $200 Million
Peyton Manning is a former American football quarterback who played more than 18 seasons in the NFL with the Indianapolis Colts. Manning is one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time due to his numerous career achievements.
As of May 2023, Peyton Manning’s net worth is approximately $200 million, making him the 4th richest NFL player in the world.
3. John Madden
Net Worth: $200 Million
John Madden is a former American NFL coach and sportscaster. Madden won a Super Bowl as head coach of the Oakland Raiders. In 2006 he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame because of his incredible work as a coach throughout his career.
As of May 2023, John Madden’s net worth is $200 million.
2. Al Davis
Net Worth: $500 Million
Al Davis was an American NFL coach and executive. Davis was the principal owner and manager of the Oakland Raiders of the NFL for 39 years from 1972 until his death in 2011.
Davis has served as the team’s head coach from 1963 to 1965 and part-owner from 1966 to 1971.
As of May 2023, Al Davis’ net worth is roughly $500 million.
1. Roger Staubach
Net Worth: $600 Million
Roger Staubach “Captain America” is a former American NFL player in the NFL. Staubach joined the Dallas Cowboys in 1969 and played with the club during all 11 seasons of his career.
Staubach led his team to the Super Bowl five times. He also led the Cowboys to victories in Super Bowl VI and Super Bowl XII. Staubach was named Most Valuable Player of Super Bowl VI.
As of May 2023, Roger Staubach’s net worth is $600 million, making him the richest NFL player in the world.
Summary
Here’s a quick recap of the 20 richest NFL players in the world:
- Roger Staubach
- Al Davis
- John Madden
- Peyton Manning
- Steve Young
- Tom Brady
- John Elway
- Brett Favre
- Drew Brees
- Eli Manning
- Joe Montana
- Roger Goodell
- Ben Roethlisberger
- Matt Ryan
- Sam Bradford
- Tony Romo
- Michael Strahan
- Carson Palmer
- Fran Tarkenton
- Alex Smith
Eli Manning
Russel Wilson Seattle Seahawks
Jerry Jones
I expected most of them, not any were a surprise. Did you notice that 8 of the top 10 were quarterbacks.
Didn’t expect Sam Bradford
Aaron Rodgers. Thought he’d be bank for the State Farm endorsements.
Aaron Rodgers. Would have thought he would have been on that list.
I thought I would see Terry Bradshaw