Who makes the most in NFL? Signing bonuses tell the story

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NFL Jonesin’: Tice boogies, T.O. sues
Published 7/3/2007 by Adam at Pacman Jonesin' | Game Over, Byotch
... Believe it or not, Patriots D-lineman Richard Seymour easily made more money than any other NFL player in ‘06, grossing just under $25 million. Most of that total was due to a redunkulous $24 M in bonuses. Drew Brees came in second at $22 M. The craziest thing about Seymour’s contract is that in ‘07 he’ll only make what T.O. sues clubs for, also known as $600,000. ...

Seymour cashes in
Published 7/3/2007 at Reiss' Pieces
... USA Today publishes its annual NFL survey of player compensation, and Patriots defensive lineman Richard Seymour tops the charts for 2006. ...

Richard Seymour Made $25M in 2006
Published 7/3/2007 by Michael David Smith at FanHouse
... What was that about the Patriots being cheap? USA Today has a breakdown of the NFL players who made the most money in 2006, and the top player on the board is New England defensive tackle Richard Seymour, with a total 2006 income of $24,691,160. ...

Vikings Really Appreciate Their Offensive Lineman
Published 7/3/2007 by danzinski at The Viking Age | A Blog For Minnesota Vikings Fans
Fans may often forget about the big old hogs who do the dirty work up front in football, but teams appreciate their value - and are willing to compensate them accordingly. Especially the Vikings . According to USA Today , two Vikes were among the five highest-paid players in 2006 - and both were O-lineman. A look at the list of the ten happiest dudes in the NFL: 1. Richard Seymour (New England) - $24,691,160 2. Drew Brees (New Orleans) - $22,000,000 3. Bryant McKinnie (Minnesota) - $17,500,000 4. Steve Hutchinson (Minnesota) - $16,588,0805. 5. Jeff Backus (Detroit) - $16,252,310 6. Tom Brady (New England) - $16,004,840 7. Carson Palmer (Cincinnati) - $15,750,000 8. John Abraham (Atlanta) - $15,503,300 9. Shaun Alexander (Seattle) - $15,125,000 10. Reggie Wayne (Indianapolis) - $15,100,440 These numbers don t reflect base salary of course but the huge bonuses that are always paid out in the NFL. McKi ...

Drew's Number Two!
Published 7/5/2007 by Sunil <info@canalstreetchronicles.com> at Canal Street Chronicles
... released its list of the highest-earning NFL players in 2006, along with its ...

Because They Said So: Merrill Hodge Brain Damage!
Published 7/5/2007 by Bloof at 12 Seahawks Street
... Surprise, surprise--According to the USA today, Shaun Alexander was the ninth highest-paid player in the NFL last season at $15,125,000. If that surprises you, then consider how he was topped by Vikings LG Steve Hutchinson, who was ranked at #4, and paid a cool $16,588,080. ...

Who Makes Most in NFL?
Published 7/6/2007 by Aaron Schatz at N/A
Who Makes Most in NFL? USA Today s annual NFL salary database has been updated with 2006 numbers, and it turns out the highest-paid player in 2006 was Richard Seymour. You know, from that team that refuses to pay players what they are worth, the Patriots. Of course, he s only number one because USA Today is counting all signing bonuses up front, and Seymour s was an astronomical $24 million. Plus, paying Seymour that much money makes a lot more sense than what the Vikings are paying Bryant McKinnie (third on the list) and what the Lions are paying Jeff Backus (fifth). Sort through the database. Find interesting things. Discuss. posted 7-6-2007 at 4:14 PM by ...

Top pay for Patriots way
Published 7/9/2007 by Brent at The Patriot Act
... Last week there was much fanfare as USA Today announced who makes the most with their list of NFL players earnings. ...

Richard Seymour Not Earning His Money
Published 12/8/2007 by Michael David Smith at FanHouse
... The Patriots paid Seymour more than $24 million last year as part of a long-term contract that they hoped would mean he'd be a dominant force on the defensive line for years to come. That's not looking like money well spent. ...